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TVR 57S

1989 Tvr S2

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

58,672 mi
Last recorded58,672 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2014
Typical for 1989 Tvr S264,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 57S
MakeTvr
ModelS2
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc
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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2014 58,672 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 58,672 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 58,666 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 58,664 miles

Battery held in by a bungy cord. battery security come into test as of 1st april 2012.

Wipers very slow across screen.

Fail 15 Mar 2012 58,661 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Battery held in by a bungy cord. battery security come into test as of 1st april 2012.

Wipers very slow across screen.

Pass 15 Mar 2011 58,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

no visual tell tale on indicators.

offside front indicator lense cracked.

play in lower steering column bush

wipers slow only one speed.

Fail 15 Mar 2011 58,656 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

no visual tell tale on indicators.

offside front indicator lense cracked.

play in lower steering column bush

wipers slow only one speed.

Pass 15 Feb 2010 58,625 miles

slight oil leak from o/s/r shocker///n/s washer jet weak///low out put from both headlights///wiper speed slow///

Fail 12 Feb 2010 58,625 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight oil leak from o/s/r shocker///n/s washer jet weak///low out put from both headlights///wiper speed slow///

Fail 28 Jan 2010 58,567 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 Jan 2009 58,369 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

nsr wheel feels rough,suspect in axle

Pass 14 Jan 2009 58,369 miles

nsr wheel feels rough,suspect in axle

Pass 17 Jan 2008 58,269 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 57,949 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 57,947 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2006 57,778 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 57,778 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Tvr S2?

Based on 2,988 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 65
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 49
position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 47
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TVR 57S is a 1989 Tvr S2 in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1989 Tvr S2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 64,857 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 S2 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVR 57S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S2 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Tvr S2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVR 57S?

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What year was TVR 57S registered?

TVR 57S is a 1989 Tvr S2, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is TVR 57S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 57S shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVR 57S have outstanding finance?

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