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TVR 281X

1981 Tvr Tasmin

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,316 mi
Last recorded78,316 miles
Recorded on12 May 2010
Typical for 1981 Tvr Tasmin66,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 281X
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 May 2010 78,316 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 78,291 miles

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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TVR 281X is a 1981 Tvr Tasmin in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 66,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TVR 281X, 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 45 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVR 281X?

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What year was TVR 281X registered?

TVR 281X is a 1981 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 3 November 1981.

Is TVR 281X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 281X shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVR 281X have outstanding finance?

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