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J255 JBV

1991 Tvr V8S

Red Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

61,939 mi
Last recorded61,939 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1991 Tvr V8S57,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ255 JBV
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 61,939 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2023 61,930 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2015 61,294 miles

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 61,294 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 60,004 miles

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 60,004 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 59,237 miles

Oil leak

bottom of fuel tank damp- possibly fuel? further investigation required

front tyres worn on edges

play present in steering rack (o/s especially)- advise to replace

rear brake pads 'look' low- unable to see inner pads

small chip in screen

Pass 23 May 2006 57,588 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 57,588 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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J255 JBV is a 1991 Tvr V8S in Red with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J255 JBV, 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 J255 JBV registered?

J255 JBV is a 1991 Tvr V8S, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J255 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J255 JBV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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