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E363 GBY

1987 Tvr S1

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

31,164 mi
Last recorded31,164 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 1987 Tvr S152,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE363 GBY
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 31,164 miles

slight play in steering colum

Pass 8 Jun 2012 29,453 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 29,453 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2010 27,953 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 27,935 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 3 Jul 2008 27,906 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 29 Jul 2006 27,878 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm cracked (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

chassis corroded

rad in poor condition

small oil leaks

water leak

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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E363 GBY is a 1987 Tvr S1 in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1987 Tvr S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 52,566 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 S1 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E363 GBY, 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 39 years old, this Tvr S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E363 GBY?

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What year was E363 GBY registered?

E363 GBY is a 1987 Tvr S1, first registered on 23 December 1987.

Is E363 GBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E363 GBY shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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