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H279 DKP

1991 Tvr V8S

White Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,499 mi
Last recorded78,499 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Tvr V8S57,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH279 DKP
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 78,499 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 78,489 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 78,414 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 6 Feb 2017 78,414 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 76,894 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 16,300 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 16,300 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 14,166 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 74,367 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 74,129 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2010 72,420 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 72,006 miles

nearside rear tyre tread worn low 2.5mm

offside rear tyre tread worn low 3mm

slight play in steering coloumn lower bush

Fail 18 Jun 2009 72,006 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre tread worn low 2.5mm

offside rear tyre tread worn low 3mm

slight play in steering coloumn lower bush

Pass 15 May 2008 68,914 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 67,641 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 66,286 miles

steering rack play n/s, lower steering column bush worn, exhaust very corroded required soon.

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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H279 DKP is a 1991 Tvr V8S in White with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1991 Tvr V8S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 57,588 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H279 DKP, 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 35 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H279 DKP registered?

H279 DKP is a 1991 Tvr V8S, first registered on 20 June 1991.

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The MOT history for H279 DKP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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