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F881 PBJ

1988 Tvr S1

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

68,238 mi
Last recorded68,238 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1988 Tvr S166,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF881 PBJ
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 68,238 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 67,983 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 67,698 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 67,178 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 65,721 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 64,753 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 63,391 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 62,203 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 61,113 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 58,832 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 56,544 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 56,492 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 6 May 2006 53,641 miles

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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F881 PBJ is a 1988 Tvr S1 in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F881 PBJ, 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 F881 PBJ?

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What year was F881 PBJ registered?

F881 PBJ is a 1988 Tvr S1, first registered on 22 December 1988.

Is F881 PBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F881 PBJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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