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B19 VBS

1992 Tvr V8S

Grey Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,894 mi
Last recorded7,894 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 1992 Tvr V8S56,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 VBS
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 7,894 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 7,469 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 69,604 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 6,568 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 6,309 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 4,075 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 262 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 103,712 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 103,587 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 103,565 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 103,541 miles

play in n/s steering rack

Pass 16 Nov 2009 103,465 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

n/s & o/s/f wishbones corroded (upper & lower)

slight play in o/s & n/s steering rack

Pass 29 Sep 2008 103,036 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 103,007 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 103,007 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2007 107,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 98,805 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 93,145 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr V8S?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
506
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
position lamp(s) not working 40
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35
Stop lamp not working 32
Headlamp aim too low 31
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B19 VBS is a 1992 Tvr V8S in Grey with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1992 Tvr V8S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 56,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr V8S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B19 VBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr V8S typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B19 VBS registered?

B19 VBS is a 1992 Tvr V8S, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is B19 VBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 VBS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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