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E128 JRD

1988 Tvr S1

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

68,187 mi
Last recorded68,187 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 1988 Tvr S166,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE128 JRD
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 68,187 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2021 67,987 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside front wiper blade split on end

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 67,878 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside front wiper blade slight split on end

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 67,878 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside front wiper blade slight split on end

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 67,774 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn slight play (2.2.2 (b))

battery insecure

Pass 24 Jun 2017 67,002 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

battery insecure

steering column slight play

Pass 18 Jun 2016 66,401 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

battery insecure

steering column slight play

Pass 9 May 2015 65,773 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column slight play

Pass 10 May 2014 64,743 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Steering column slight play

Pass 11 May 2013 63,578 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 62,355 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 60,807 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 59,193 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 56,810 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 54,958 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 54,915 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2007 54,121 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr S1?

Based on 1,615 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
538
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 32
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 30
Stop lamp not working 28
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E128 JRD is a 1988 Tvr S1 in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1988 Tvr S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 66,607 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr S1 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E128 JRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Tvr S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E128 JRD registered?

E128 JRD is a 1988 Tvr S1, first registered on 17 June 1988.

Is E128 JRD safe to buy?

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