CarVerify

Free Car Check

TU51 STU

2001 Tvr Tuscan

Blue Petrol 3996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

62,576 mi
Last recorded62,576 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Tvr Tuscan32,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Tvr
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTU51 STU
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 62,576 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 60,735 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 58,609 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 56,316 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 53,761 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 51,322 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 51,322 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 49,804 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 49,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 49,780 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Power steering component leaking rack seal (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 49,389 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 48,669 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 47,810 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 45,626 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 43,476 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 42,657 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 40,013 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 39,033 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 39,033 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 37,530 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 35,626 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 35,626 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 30,764 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 30,764 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 29,781 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 29,781 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting cracked (2.4.C.3b)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting cracked (2.4.C.3b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 26,609 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
Full Tvr Tuscan reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TU51 STU is a 2001 Tvr Tuscan in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 32,749 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 TU51 STU, 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 25 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TU51 STU?

You can check the full history of TU51 STU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TU51 STU registered?

TU51 STU is a 2001 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is TU51 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for TU51 STU shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TU51 STU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TU51 STU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.