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E175 TVR

1988 Tvr S1

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

66,717 mi
Last recorded66,717 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 1988 Tvr S166,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE175 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 66,717 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 66,513 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 66,512 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 65,557 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 64,154 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 64,121 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 67,938 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 13,472 miles

N/S Rear Tyre showing signs of deterioration

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 13,401 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,077 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 12,320 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 11,629 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 11,068 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 10,789 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 10,239 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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E175 TVR is a 1988 Tvr S1 in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 E175 TVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E175 TVR registered?

E175 TVR is a 1988 Tvr S1, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is E175 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E175 TVR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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