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VOD 951J

1991 Tvr V8S

Blue Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,195 mi
Last recorded15,195 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Tvr V8S57,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOD 951J
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 15,195 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 14,634 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 14,224 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 14,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Wiper blades deteriorating

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 13,486 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 13,480 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 13,397 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 13,397 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2013 13,391 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 13,391 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 13,391 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 13,391 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Tvr V8S?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
506
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
position lamp(s) not working 40
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35
Stop lamp not working 32
Headlamp aim too low 31
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VOD 951J is a 1991 Tvr V8S in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Tvr V8S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 57,588 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 V8S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VOD 951J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr V8S typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VOD 951J?

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What year was VOD 951J registered?

VOD 951J is a 1991 Tvr V8S, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is VOD 951J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOD 951J shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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