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TVR S2

Red · Petrol · 1991 · 2,935 cc

J8 SEMMOT history

J8 SEM is a red petrol TVR S2 first used on 1 Aug 1991. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 42,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2026
Mileage
42,830 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 SEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
S2
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,935 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
1 Aug 1991
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2026
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 SEM was last recorded at 42,830 miles on 7 May 2025, 263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,567 miles · 24 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
263 miles
Average per year
738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,830 miles
  • 2023 – 42,567 miles
  • 2022 – 41,418 miles
  • 2021 – 34,483 miles
  • 2020 – 31,761 miles
  • 2019 – 30,899 miles
  • 2018 – 30,544 miles
  • 2009 – 30,536 miles
  • 2008 – 30,204 miles
  • 2007 – 29,989 miles
  • 2006 – 28,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,830 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFog light switch operation
  • AdvisoryHeadlights condition

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Valve stem slightly damaged front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,830 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    42,830 miles
    Test number
    392306794564
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFog light switch operation
    • AdvisoryHeadlights condition

  2. Fail42,830 miles (+263)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,830 miles
    Test number
    673060126023
    • DangerousValve stem seriously damaged front and rears (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFog light switch operation
    • AdvisoryHeadlights condition

  3. Pass42,567 miles (+1,149)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    42,567 miles
    Test number
    864243296037
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged front and rear (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySteering rack offside worn

  4. Pass41,418 miles (+6,935)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    41,418 miles
    Test number
    966021428068
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged front and rear (5.2.3 (j))

  5. Pass34,483 miles (+2,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    34,483 miles
    Test number
    976920629589
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged front and rears (5.2.3 (j))

  6. Pass31,761 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    31,761 miles
    Test number
    348571513838
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail31,758 miles (+859)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,758 miles
    Test number
    507960297542
    • MajorBrake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass30,899 miles (+355)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    30,899 miles
    Test number
    997628969162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    30,544 miles
    Test number
    199575373760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail30,544 miles (+8)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,544 miles
    Test number
    585508719112
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass30,536 miles (+332)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    30,536 miles
    Test number
    774414599107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail30,204 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,204 miles
    Test number
    214316388444
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass30,204 miles (+215)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,204 miles
    Test number
    341426288178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,989 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    29,989 miles
    Test number
    330764467185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    28,874 miles
    Test number
    572539356139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 SEM

Does J8 SEM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J8 SEM expired on 6 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J8 SEM?
The MOT on J8 SEM expired on 6 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J8 SEM done?
J8 SEM was recorded at 42,830 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 738 miles a year.
Has J8 SEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 SEM has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on J8 SEM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J8 SEM find?
J8 SEM passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 3 advisories: steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel; fog light switch operation; headlights condition.

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