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J851 JUY

1991 Tvr V8S

Blue Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

86,129 mi
Last recorded86,129 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Tvr V8S57,588 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ851 JUY
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 86,129 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 86,094 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2016 85,950 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 85,686 miles

Offside rear disc has slight corrosion to inner surface

Slight oil leaks to engine, transmission and differential

Fail 9 Sep 2015 85,672 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside rear disc has slight corrosion to inner surface

Oil level on minimum

Slight oil leaks to engine, transmission and differential

Pass 5 Sep 2014 85,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

fuel filler cap seal starting to perrish

Fail 5 Sep 2014 85,268 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

fuel filler cap seal starting to perrish

Pass 6 Sep 2013 102,358 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 84,221 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 83,368 miles

nearside front indicator lense cracked

nearside front tyre side wall cracked

offside front indicator lense cracked

Pass 14 Aug 2010 83,209 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 81,995 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 81,990 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Fail 6 Oct 2007 81,986 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

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

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

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

advise all chassis corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2006 81,099 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 81,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 80,589 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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J851 JUY is a 1991 Tvr V8S in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 J851 JUY, 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 J851 JUY registered?

J851 JUY is a 1991 Tvr V8S, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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