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F440 STF

1989 Tvr V8S

Red Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,211 mi
Last recorded114,211 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF440 STF
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2015 114,211 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 112,437 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 7 Oct 2014 112,434 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 110,317 miles

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 110,317 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 107,825 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2011 102,961 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 102,961 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 100,228 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 99,874 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 99,403 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 99,375 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 98,598 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr V8S?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
506
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
position lamp(s) not working 40
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35
Stop lamp not working 32
Headlamp aim too low 31
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F440 STF is a 1989 Tvr V8S in Red with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

The most common reason a Tvr V8S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F440 STF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr V8S typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 37 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F440 STF registered?

F440 STF is a 1989 Tvr V8S, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F440 STF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F440 STF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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