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YO53 TKC

2003 Tvr Tuscan

Black Petrol 3605cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,624 mi
Last recorded25,624 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Tvr Tuscan27,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO53 TKC
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,605cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 25,624 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 25,233 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside and offside (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 24,482 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 24,482 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 24,264 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 24,262 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 23,726 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 23,440 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2011 22,759 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 22,759 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 21,817 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 21,817 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 21,181 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 21,181 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 19,768 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2008 19,768 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 17,702 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 13,389 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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YO53 TKC is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan in Black with a 3,605cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YO53 TKC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YO53 TKC registered?

YO53 TKC is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is YO53 TKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YO53 TKC shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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