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YGN 917W

1981 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,166 mi
Last recorded41,166 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 1981 Tvr Tasmin66,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGN 917W
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 41,166 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 41,160 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 40,819 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 39,742 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 39,731 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 10 May 2008 39,450 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 39,169 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 38,335 miles

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

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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YGN 917W is a 1981 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YGN 917W, 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 YGN 917W?

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What year was YGN 917W registered?

YGN 917W is a 1981 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 13 January 1981.

Is YGN 917W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGN 917W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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