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E630 BKJ

1988 Tvr S1

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,933 mi
Last recorded10,933 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Tvr S166,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE630 BKJ
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 10,933 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 18 Apr 2024 8,638 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 7,662 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 6,864 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 3,986 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 3,033 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 595 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 99,887 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 97,004 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 94,795 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 94,101 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 93,475 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 92,283 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 91,440 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 90,777 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 90,766 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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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E630 BKJ is a 1988 Tvr S1 in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 E630 BKJ, 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

How do I check the history of E630 BKJ?

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What year was E630 BKJ registered?

E630 BKJ is a 1988 Tvr S1, first registered on 9 June 1988.

Is E630 BKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E630 BKJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E630 BKJ have outstanding finance?

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