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J958 VCF

1992 Tvr V8S

Green Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

125,431 mi
Last recorded125,431 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1992 Tvr V8S56,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ958 VCF
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 125,431 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 115,955 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Fail 25 Jun 2015 115,087 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 108,555 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 108,545 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 10 May 2011 105,379 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 105,373 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 103,249 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 99,997 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Oil leak

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

slight play in suspension and steering

Fail 25 Feb 2008 99,983 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

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

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

slight play in suspension and steering

Pass 5 Jan 2007 93,026 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 93,026 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

corrosion on rear brake discs. †

nearside front indicator lens broken. †

poor offside head light beam pattern. †

windscreen wipers smearing. †

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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J958 VCF is a 1992 Tvr V8S in Green with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 J958 VCF, 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 J958 VCF registered?

J958 VCF is a 1992 Tvr V8S, first registered on 30 April 1992.

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The MOT history for J958 VCF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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