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YAS 249

2002 Tvr Tuscan

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

42,450 mi
Last recorded42,450 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Tvr Tuscan29,555 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAS 249
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 42,450 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 42,421 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 42,406 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 42,182 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 41,970 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 41,608 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 41,347 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 41,346 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 41,134 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 40,901 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 40,589 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 40,589 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 40,325 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 39,561 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 38,591 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 36,973 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 35,430 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 May 2008 35,430 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Jun 2007 34,926 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 34,926 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 32,294 miles

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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YAS 249 is a 2002 Tvr Tuscan in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,555 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 YAS 249, 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 24 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 YAS 249?

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What year was YAS 249 registered?

YAS 249 is a 2002 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is YAS 249 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAS 249 shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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