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VAK 681

1990 Tvr S3

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

61,523 mi
Last recorded61,523 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Tvr S367,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAK 681
MakeTvr
ModelS3
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 61,523 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 61,264 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 60,958 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 60,675 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 59,819 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 59,000 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 58,445 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2019 57,582 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 56,981 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 56,300 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 53,393 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 52,761 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 51,942 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 51,486 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 49,489 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 47,443 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 45,820 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 44,124 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 43,610 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 43,105 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 42,419 miles

radiator getting weak

various suspension bushes swelling

Fail 6 Jun 2006 42,419 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

radiator getting weak

various suspension bushes swelling

How Reliable is the Tvr S3?

Based on 1,724 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 35
Stop lamp not working 29
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
position lamp(s) not working 23
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VAK 681 is a 1990 Tvr S3 in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1990 Tvr S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 67,885 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr S3 fails its MOT is vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAK 681, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Tvr S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VAK 681 registered?

VAK 681 is a 1990 Tvr S3, first registered on 6 December 1990.

Is VAK 681 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAK 681 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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