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VU52 SBY

2003 Tvr Tuscan

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

18,086 mi
Last recorded18,086 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Tvr Tuscan27,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 SBY
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 18,086 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 17,315 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 17,297 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 17,207 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 17,160 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 17,143 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2016 17,018 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 16,962 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2014 16,835 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 16,696 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 16,237 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 16,237 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 15,757 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 15,385 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 14,811 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 13,451 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 11,833 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 7,606 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 7,606 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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VU52 SBY is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 VU52 SBY, 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.

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What year was VU52 SBY registered?

VU52 SBY is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is VU52 SBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 SBY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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