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XDZ 1805

1988 Tvr Tasmin

White Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,545 mi
Last recorded17,545 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 1988 Tvr Tasmin54,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDZ 1805
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 17,545 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 16,892 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 14,635 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2015 12,765 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 12,572 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 12,571 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 1 May 2012 11,145 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 11,145 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

engine oil leak /suspect oil presure switch

Pass 7 May 2011 93,096 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

bonnet strut's can not support bonnet's weight

oil leak dangerous

Fail 5 May 2011 93,086 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

bonnet strut's can not support bonnet's weight

oil leak dangerous

Pass 7 May 2010 63,725 miles

Oil leak

exhaust tail pipes over hang rear bumper

Fail 22 Apr 2010 63,724 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

exhaust tail pipes over hang rear bumper

Pass 23 Apr 2009 3,985 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 3,894 miles

Centre Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 1,152 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 98,859 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 95,535 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 95,459 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Tvr Tasmin?

Based on 6,420 MOT tests across 605 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 216
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Headlamp aim too low 156
brake binding 143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
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XDZ 1805 is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin in White with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 54,621 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 Tasmin fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XDZ 1805, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tasmin typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 38 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XDZ 1805 registered?

XDZ 1805 is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is XDZ 1805 safe to buy?

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