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H8 VBS

1991 Tvr V8S

Black Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,776 mi
Last recorded68,776 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1991 Tvr V8S57,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 VBS
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 68,776 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 67,660 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 64,570 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 63,136 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 62,117 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 57,288 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 57,288 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 55,032 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 52,879 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 48,412 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 46,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

very slight play detected at NSF wheel suspect inner track arm but cant confirm

Pass 1 Sep 2014 46,462 miles

Oil leak

very slight play detected at NSF wheel suspect inner track arm but cant confirm

Pass 21 Aug 2013 44,306 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 42,962 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2011 41,532 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)

Oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2011 41,532 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2010 38,482 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 35,276 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 34,509 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 34,509 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 32,890 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 30,742 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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H8 VBS is a 1991 Tvr V8S in Black with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 H8 VBS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H8 VBS registered?

H8 VBS is a 1991 Tvr V8S, first registered on 8 June 1991.

Is H8 VBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H8 VBS shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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