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TVR 1

2001 Tvr Tuscan

Multi-colour Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,692 mi
Last recorded1,692 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Tuscan32,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 1
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 1,692 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 1,786 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 69,343 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 66,708 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 64,326 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 61,323 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 59,774 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 57,017 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 54,676 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 51,403 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 48,358 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 45,979 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 43,658 miles

CHASSIS OUTRIGGERS RUSTY...

Pass 7 Feb 2013 39,524 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 36,132 miles

Nearside Outer Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 36,132 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 33,346 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Feb 2010 31,243 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 28,204 miles

Exhaust manifold touching N/S Chassis rail in the engine compartment

Extensive corrosion on the chassis around the exhaust manifolds (heat damage)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Feb 2009 28,204 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Exhaust manifold touching N/S Chassis rail in the engine compartment

Extensive corrosion on the chassis around the exhaust manifolds (heat damage)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 26,244 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 23,794 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 20,863 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 20,863 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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TVR 1 is a 2001 Tvr Tuscan in Multi-colour with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TVR 1, 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

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What year was TVR 1 registered?

TVR 1 is a 2001 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is TVR 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 1 shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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