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F187 DUB

1989 Tvr S1

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

80,492 mi
Last recorded80,492 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2010
Typical for 1989 Tvr S171,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF187 DUB
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2010 80,492 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 80,492 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 80,090 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 79,428 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 77,599 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 75,176 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 75,172 miles

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 2 May 2006 75,170 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

SOME SURFACE CORROSSION OF FRONT & REAR FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE FERULES/SOME SURFACE CORROSSION OF ALL CHASSIS MEMBERS & FRONT & REAR SUSPENSION COMPONANTS ITEMS SERVICEABLE AT TIME OF TEST

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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F187 DUB is a 1989 Tvr S1 in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Tvr S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 71,923 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 F187 DUB, 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 37 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 F187 DUB?

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What year was F187 DUB registered?

F187 DUB is a 1989 Tvr S1, first registered on 19 January 1989.

Is F187 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F187 DUB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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