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T8 USC

2004 Tvr Tuscan

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

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Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Tvr Tuscan23,051 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT8 USC
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025

Brake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft hub leaking grease

Fail 27 Aug 2025

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft hub leaking grease

Pass 29 Mar 2023 46,398 miles

Coolant leak bottom radiator hose clip ()

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear hub oil seal leaking oil

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 46,366 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 45,655 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces of rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 45,379 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 45,225 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 45,008 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 44,669 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 44,669 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 44,269 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 42,697 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 42,696 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2011 40,535 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 40,535 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Tvr Tuscan?

Based on 24,752 MOT tests across 1,685 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
1,113
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,685
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 610
Headlamp aim too high 584
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 369
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 365
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 334
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T8 USC is a 2004 Tvr Tuscan in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 23,051 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Tvr Tuscan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T8 USC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tuscan typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T8 USC registered?

T8 USC is a 2004 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 13 May 2004.

Is T8 USC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T8 USC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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