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VU52 SCX

2002 Tvr Tamora

Blue Petrol 3605cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

36,608 mi
Last recorded36,608 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Tvr Tamora28,142 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 SCX
MakeTvr
ModelTamora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,605cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 36,608 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 35,758 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 34,668 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 33,955 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 33,955 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 33,382 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 32,580 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 31,886 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 31,886 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 29,317 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 29,317 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 28,142 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 28,142 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 26,836 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 26,836 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 25,541 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 25,541 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 24,626 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 20,957 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 19,509 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2011 19,509 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 17,981 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 16,382 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 14,591 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 12,874 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 12,616 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Tamora?

Based on 4,941 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
1,246
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 86
Headlamp aim too high 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 59
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 52
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VU52 SCX is a 2002 Tvr Tamora in Blue with a 3,605cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Tamora models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 28,142 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 Tamora fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 SCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tamora typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Tvr Tamora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU52 SCX?

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What year was VU52 SCX registered?

VU52 SCX is a 2002 Tvr Tamora, first registered on 9 November 2002.

Is VU52 SCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 SCX shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU52 SCX have outstanding finance?

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