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H73 GKP

1991 Tvr V8S

Green Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

34,129 mi
Last recorded34,129 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Tvr V8S57,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH73 GKP
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc
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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 34,129 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 33,999 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 32,361 miles

Nearside Front tyre on 1.6mm

corrosion forming underside generally (chassis,outriggers,suspension etc )

play in offside inner end of steering rack /suspension

Pass 10 Mar 2023 32,108 miles

corrosion forming underside generally (chassis,outriggers,suspension etc )

play in offside inner end of steering rack /suspension

Pass 22 Mar 2022 31,833 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 31,631 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 31,365 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to front section area (6.1.2 (a))

oil leak - transmission area

vehicle structure and various items slightly corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2019 31,259 miles

gearbox oily

Pass 13 Mar 2018 31,200 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

handbrake efficiency poor 18%

Pass 17 Feb 2017 31,151 miles

exhaust manifolds leaking

low effort parking brake

oil leaks engine an transmission

Pass 18 Feb 2016 31,149 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

oil leak

steering rack mounting rubbers perished

Pass 17 Feb 2015 31,139 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 31,129 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 31,119 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2012 31,109 miles

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

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

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

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

front brake imbalance

leak n/s exhaust manifold

oil leak

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

wear to steering rack o/s output shaft

Fail 20 Feb 2012 31,109 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

front brake imbalance

leak n/s exhaust manifold

oil leak

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

wear to steering rack o/s output shaft

Pass 23 Feb 2011 31,109 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

high parking brake travel

play in o/s steering rack

rear brake imbalsnce

Fail 17 Feb 2011 31,109 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

play in o/s steering rack

rear brake imbalsnce

Pass 17 Feb 2010 31,029 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

engine oilleak

exhaust manifold leaking

Pass 17 Jan 2009 30,909 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 30,909 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

passangers door stiff inperation from inside

Pass 27 Dec 2006 30,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 29,176 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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H73 GKP is a 1991 Tvr V8S in Green with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 H73 GKP, 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 H73 GKP registered?

H73 GKP is a 1991 Tvr V8S, first registered on 2 July 1991.

Is H73 GKP safe to buy?

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