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TM03 TVR

2003 Tvr Tuscan

Black Petrol 3605cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,829 mi
Last recorded92,829 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Tvr Tuscan27,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTM03 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,605cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 92,829 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 89,952 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 87,578 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 85,523 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 85,519 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2022 81,671 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 81,671 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 78,325 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 75,208 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 72,046 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 72,044 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 67,786 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 67,784 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 64,639 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 61,324 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 58,136 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2014 54,365 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 54,364 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 49,190 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 49,189 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2012 44,053 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 38,473 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 33,293 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 33,293 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 27,477 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 27,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 22,875 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 22 Apr 2008 22,875 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 10 May 2007 16,818 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 13,541 miles

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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TM03 TVR is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan in Black with a 3,605cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 27,694 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 TM03 TVR, 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 23 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 TM03 TVR registered?

TM03 TVR is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is TM03 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for TM03 TVR shows 30 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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