
TVR S3
Cream · Petrol · 1992 · 2,935 cc
J973 VCFMOT history
J973 VCF is a cream petrol TVR S3 first used on 25 Apr 1992. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 68,849 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 5 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 68,849 mi
- At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 19 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 470 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- J973 VCF
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- TVR
- Model
- S3
- Colour
- Cream
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,935 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1992
- First used
- 25 Apr 1992
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 6 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
J973 VCF was last recorded at 68,849 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 68,258 miles · 14 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 591 miles
- Average per year
- 470 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 68,849 miles
- 2025 – 68,258 miles
- 2024 – 67,733 miles
- 2023 – 67,617 miles
- 2022 – 67,116 miles
- 2021 – 66,848 miles
- 2020 – 66,462 miles
- 2019 – 66,178 miles
- 2018 – 65,781 miles
- 2017 – 65,599 miles
- 2016 – 65,362 miles
- 2015 – 64,265 miles
- 2014 – 63,759 miles
- 2013 – 63,244 miles
- 2011 – 62,441 miles
- 2010 – 62,164 miles
- 2009 – 59,954 miles
- 2008 – 59,947 miles
- 2007 – 59,673 miles
What the latest MOT found
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Alternator insecure
Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024
Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative
Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2023
Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025
Exhaust damaged
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective
Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective
Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Full MOT history
29 tests since 27 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass68,849 miles (+591)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 68,849 miles
- Test number
- 365838185243
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass68,258 miles (+525)3 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 68,258 miles
- Test number
- 413941308524
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front and rear (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust damaged
- AdvisoryGeneral heavy corrosion front to rear
- AdvisoryWiring insecure front
Pass67,733 miles4 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 67,733 miles
- Test number
- 707887478143
- MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryGENERAL HEAVY CORROSION FRONT TO REAR
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all front and rear (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryAlternator insecure
- AdvisoryExhaust damaged
- AdvisorySteering stiff
- AdvisoryWiper linkage badly worn
- AdvisoryWiring insecure front
Fail67,729 miles (+112)3 major4 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,729 miles
- Test number
- 560668955529
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
- MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryGENERAL HEAVY CORROSION FRONT TO REAR
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all front and rear (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryAlternator insecure
- AdvisoryExhaust damaged
- AdvisorySteering stiff
- AdvisoryWiper linkage badly worn
- AdvisoryWiring insecure front
Pass67,617 miles5 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 67,617 miles
- Test number
- 264690559901
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front wire loose
- AdvisoryOffside low hand brake
- AdvisoryAlternator insecure
- AdvisoryChassis badly corroded front to rear
- AdvisoryExhaust damaged
- AdvisoryHand brake pass 16%
- AdvisorySteering stiff and tight spots
- AdvisoryWiper linkage badly worn
Fail67,617 miles (+501)4 major5 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,617 miles
- Test number
- 367758743323
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front wire loose
- AdvisoryOffside low hand brake
- AdvisoryAlternator insecure
- AdvisoryChassis badly corroded front to rear
- AdvisoryExhaust damaged
- AdvisoryHand brake pass 16%
- AdvisorySteering stiff and tight spots
- AdvisoryWiper linkage badly worn
Pass67,116 miles (+4)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 67,116 miles
- Test number
- 783359979626
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryAlternator insecure
- AdvisoryChassis and suspension heavily corroded
- AdvisoryExhaust damaged at front
Fail67,112 miles (+264)4 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,112 miles
- Test number
- 201507799569
- MajorFuel hose damaged pipe from tank to pump (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play lower UJ partially siezed (2.2.2 (c))
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAlternator insecure
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust damaged at front
- AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to chassis and suspension components
Pass66,848 miles (+8)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 66,848 miles
- Test number
- 652982578653
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear mount missing (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBattery insecure
- AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated
- AdvisoryFuel tank support corroded
Fail66,840 miles (+378)8 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,840 miles
- Test number
- 158415593380
- MajorExhaust system insecure rear mounting bolt missing (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top & bottom bushes (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top & bottom bushes (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFuel tank support bracket corroded & holed
Pass66,462 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 66,462 miles
- Test number
- 295324865411
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play both (2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryChasis badly corroded
- AdvisoryWipers slow
Fail66,461 miles (+283)4 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,461 miles
- Test number
- 308281325428
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play both (2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryChasis badly corroded
- AdvisoryWipers slow
Pass66,178 miles (+397)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2020
- Odometer
- 66,178 miles
- Test number
- 314897630197
- AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded under fuel tank
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass65,781 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 65,781 miles
- Test number
- 939421468910
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,779 miles (+180)9 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,779 miles
- Test number
- 502527506628
- FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
- FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Pass65,599 miles (+3)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 65,599 miles
- Test number
- 680094750021
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Fail65,596 miles (+234)2 dangerous11 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,596 miles
- Test number
- 538473224361
- DangerousElectrical wiring insecure dashboard hanging on wiring loom (1.9.2a)
- DangerousRear Lower Fuel pipe excessively chafed wire braiding showing & corroded (7.2.2)
- FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
- FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureLower Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering column bush worn to excess (2.2.A.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass65,362 miles (+1,097)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 65,362 miles
- Test number
- 998915594054
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass64,265 miles (+506)9 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 64,265 miles
- Test number
- 609546835004
- AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- NoteSurface of fuel tank slightly corroded
Pass63,759 miles4 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 63,759 miles
- Test number
- 288327384067
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteOffside rear hand brake and foot brake efficiency slightly low
- NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
- NoteSlight play lower colunm bush
Fail63,759 miles (+515)2 dangerous4 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,759 miles
- Test number
- 448294184008
- DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteSlight play lower colunm bush
Pass63,244 miles (+803)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 63,244 miles
- Test number
- 605922053006
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Pass62,441 miles (+277)3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 30 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 62,441 miles
- Test number
- 385173641226
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
- NoteSlight play centre column bush
- NoteSub frame slightly rusted
Pass62,164 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 62,164 miles
- Test number
- 361383910143
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail62,164 miles (+2,210)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,164 miles
- Test number
- 622193700174
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Pass59,954 miles (+3)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 59,954 miles
- Test number
- 220393839021
- NoteAll chasis sections corroded
- NoteBody mounting platse corroded
- NotePlay in steering column and steering system
- NoteSeat belt strenghening plates corroded
Fail59,951 miles (+4)5 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,951 miles
- Test number
- 260127029081
- FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- NoteAll chasis sections corroded
- NoteBody mounting platse corroded
- NotePlay in steering column and steering system
- NoteSeat belt strenghening plates corroded
Pass59,947 miles (+274)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 59,947 miles
- Test number
- 991441318020
- NoteFog light slightly dim
- NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly
Pass59,673 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 59,673 miles
- Test number
- 583697027027
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about J973 VCF
- Does J973 VCF currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J973 VCF is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on J973 VCF?
- The MOT on J973 VCF is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has J973 VCF done?
- J973 VCF was recorded at 68,849 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 470 miles a year.
- Has J973 VCF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. J973 VCF has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2024.
- Has the mileage on J973 VCF 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 J973 VCF find?
- J973 VCF passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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