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TVR 218S

1987 Tvr S1

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,054 mi
Last recorded15,054 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1987 Tvr S152,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 218S
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 15,054 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 15,033 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 15,033 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 15,018 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

play in steering column lower bush

Fail 20 Aug 2021 15,018 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

play in steering column lower bush

Pass 6 Aug 2020 14,969 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 14,945 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 14,850 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 14,827 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Rear brakes have a 40% imbalance

Fail 27 Jul 2017 14,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake discs corroded

Rear brakes have a 40% imbalance

Pass 12 Aug 2016 14,802 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 14,335 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 14,179 miles

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 14,167 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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 14 Aug 2013 14,139 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 14,123 miles

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)

both front tyres wearing inside edge

Pass 30 Jun 2011 14,048 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 13,407 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,106 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 11,363 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 10,818 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 10,435 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr S1?

Based on 1,615 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
538
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 32
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 30
Stop lamp not working 28
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TVR 218S is a 1987 Tvr S1 in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1987 Tvr S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 52,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr S1 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVR 218S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Tvr S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TVR 218S registered?

TVR 218S is a 1987 Tvr S1, first registered on 1 October 1987.

Is TVR 218S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 218S shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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