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W498 RTV

2000 Tvr Tuscan

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2011
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

58,224 mi
Last recorded58,224 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 2000 Tvr Tuscan32,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW498 RTV
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2011 58,224 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)

bonnet not opened for test

brake discs inner sides very rusted and pitted

Pass 16 Jul 2010 56,234 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 48,501 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear anti roll bar drop links rose joint slightly seized

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 7 Jul 2009 48,417 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear anti roll bar drop links rose joint slightly seized

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 May 2009 48,137 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 May 2008 43,765 miles

bonnet secured in closed position can not open for test

Fail 25 Apr 2008 43,718 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

bonnet secured in closed position can not open for test

Pass 4 May 2006 32,856 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 32,802 miles

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

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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W498 RTV is a 2000 Tvr Tuscan in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 2000 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 32,556 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 W498 RTV, 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 26 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W498 RTV?

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What year was W498 RTV registered?

W498 RTV is a 2000 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 21 July 2000.

Is W498 RTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W498 RTV shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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