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LHO 986Y

1983 Tvr V8S

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,351 mi
Last recorded53,351 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHO 986Y
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 53,351 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 53,018 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2017 53,013 miles

Central Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2012 51,997 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 51,995 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 51,755 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 51,657 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 51,652 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 May 2006 51,595 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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LHO 986Y is a 1983 Tvr V8S in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LHO 986Y, 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 43 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LHO 986Y?

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What year was LHO 986Y registered?

LHO 986Y is a 1983 Tvr V8S, first registered on 18 June 1983.

Is LHO 986Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHO 986Y shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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