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F480 RTF

1989 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

76,239 mi
Last recorded76,239 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Tvr Tasmin57,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF480 RTF
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 76,239 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 75,556 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 75,556 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 75,188 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 74,767 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 73,570 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 73,004 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 71,653 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 71,653 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Tvr Tasmin?

Based on 6,420 MOT tests across 605 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 216
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Headlamp aim too low 156
brake binding 143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
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F480 RTF is a 1989 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1989 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 57,818 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 Tasmin fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F480 RTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tasmin typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 37 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F480 RTF?

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What year was F480 RTF registered?

F480 RTF is a 1989 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 14 April 1989.

Is F480 RTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F480 RTF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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