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J1 VBS

1992 Tvr V8S

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

83,825 mi
Last recorded83,825 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Tvr V8S56,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 VBS
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 83,825 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 83,818 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 83,799 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 83,799 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire rubber hose leaking near rear exhaust pipe (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 83,680 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 83,553 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 83,311 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 83,311 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 83,127 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 82,804 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 82,597 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 82,317 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 81,793 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 81,793 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 80,983 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 80,076 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 80,076 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 79,645 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 79,645 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 79,014 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

off side rear tyre wearing on edge

Pass 14 Apr 2009 76,985 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 6 Apr 2009 76,984 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 75,758 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

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

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Apr 2007 73,907 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 73,752 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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J1 VBS is a 1992 Tvr V8S in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1992 Tvr V8S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 56,830 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 J1 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 34 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J1 VBS registered?

J1 VBS is a 1992 Tvr V8S, first registered on 1 January 1992.

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The MOT history for J1 VBS shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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