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LR52 GSV

2002 Tvr Tamora

Blue Petrol 3605cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

38,100 mi
Last recorded38,100 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Tvr Tamora28,142 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 GSV
MakeTvr
ModelTamora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,605cc
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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 38,100 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust silencer mounts perishing

Surface corrosion to chassis areas

Fail 28 Jul 2025 38,100 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust silencer mounts perishing

Surface corrosion to chassis areas

Pass 24 Jul 2024 37,759 miles

Exhaust rear silencer rubbers perishing

Pass 2 Aug 2023 37,394 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust mounts perishing

Pass 2 Aug 2022 37,134 miles

Front Lower Suspension wishbones corroding

Pass 30 Jul 2021 35,827 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 34,506 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 32,684 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 32,684 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 30,770 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 27,045 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 25,603 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 23,648 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2014 21,248 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 20,478 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 18,942 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 18,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2011 15,385 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 15,385 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 May 2010 11,777 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 11,777 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 10,776 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 9,761 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 9,761 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 9,395 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Tamora?

Based on 4,941 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
1,246
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 86
Headlamp aim too high 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 59
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 52
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LR52 GSV is a 2002 Tvr Tamora in Blue with a 3,605cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Tamora models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 28,142 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 Tamora fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR52 GSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tamora typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Tvr Tamora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LR52 GSV?

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What year was LR52 GSV registered?

LR52 GSV is a 2002 Tvr Tamora, first registered on 30 November 2002.

Is LR52 GSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 GSV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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