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RIB 4639

1989 Tvr Tasmin

White Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

87,570 mi
Last recorded87,570 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 1989 Tvr Tasmin57,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIB 4639
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 87,570 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

coil spring body mount top corroded front o.s n.s

under body corrosion

Pass 1 Jun 2020 87,329 miles

Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rails NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 87,298 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 87,297 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 87,155 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 87,152 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2016 87,012 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 86,750 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 86,750 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play nearside and offside (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 86,481 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 86,356 miles

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

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

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

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 86,356 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 85,906 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 85,905 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Tvr Tasmin?

Based on 6,420 MOT tests across 605 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 216
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Headlamp aim too low 156
brake binding 143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
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RIB 4639 is a 1989 Tvr Tasmin in White with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1989 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 57,818 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 Tasmin fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RIB 4639, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tasmin typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 37 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RIB 4639 registered?

RIB 4639 is a 1989 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 5 January 1989.

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