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K2 VBS

1992 Tvr V8S

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

780 mi
Last recorded780 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1992 Tvr V8S56,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK2 VBS
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 780 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 61,288 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 28 May 2021 61,288 miles

Emissions not tested run out of fuel during test (8.2.1.2 (d))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative warning light inop (4.5.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Jul 2019 61,167 miles

prepared for motorsport use

Fail 9 Jul 2019 61,167 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged to servo (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

prepared for motorsport use

Pass 4 May 2018 61,115 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Prepared for motorsport use

front tyres slightly perished

Fail 29 Apr 2014 60,338 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

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

Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Coolant leak

Fuel outlet fouling exhaust

Pass 28 Jun 2013 59,472 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Prepared for motorsport

Fail 25 Jun 2013 59,472 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 57,892 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 56,324 miles

slight play in bottom column bush

Pass 11 Jun 2010 53,734 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 53,734 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 48,390 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 48,390 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 46,363 miles

Nearside lower corner of windscreen cloudy

Offside front indicator lens cracked

Pass 25 May 2007 43,378 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 41,587 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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K2 VBS is a 1992 Tvr V8S in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K2 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 K2 VBS registered?

K2 VBS is a 1992 Tvr V8S, first registered on 12 September 1992.

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