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VU03 YPG

2003 Tvr Tuscan

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2015
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

35,044 mi
Last recorded35,044 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Tvr Tuscan27,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 YPG
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2014 35,044 miles

very slight surface corrossion to chassis

Fail 26 Feb 2014 35,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

both steering rack gaiters distorted

very slight surface corrossion to chassis

Pass 21 Feb 2013 31,270 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 29,246 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)

Fail 7 Sep 2011 29,246 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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 25 Jun 2010 23,735 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 23,729 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 21,219 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 21,215 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 17,276 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 17,273 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 11,441 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 10,400 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 10,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 13 Sep 2006 10,329 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

o/s/r hub leaking

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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VU03 YPG is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2003 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 27,694 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 VU03 YPG, 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 23 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 VU03 YPG registered?

VU03 YPG is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is VU03 YPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 YPG shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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