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TVR V8S

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 3,948 cc

K40 VBSMOT history

K40 VBS is a blue petrol TVR V8S first used on 30 Dec 1992. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 24,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2026
Mileage
24,231 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 VBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
V8S
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
30 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 VBS was last recorded at 24,231 miles on 1 Jul 2025, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,212 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 24,231 miles
  • 2024 – 23,910 miles
  • 2023 – 23,631 miles
  • 2022 – 23,320 miles
  • 2021 – 22,994 miles
  • 2020 – 22,879 miles
  • 2019 – 22,386 miles
  • 2018 – 22,001 miles
  • 2017 – 21,701 miles
  • 2016 – 21,410 miles
  • 2015 – 21,160 miles
  • 2014 – 20,984 miles
  • 2013 – 20,334 miles
  • 2012 – 19,998 miles
  • 2011 – 19,358 miles
  • 2010 – 18,634 miles
  • 2009 – 18,059 miles
  • 2008 – 17,738 miles
  • 2007 – 17,241 miles
  • 2006 – 16,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,231 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,231 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    24,231 miles
    Test number
    398555353075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail24,212 miles (+302)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,212 miles
    Test number
    742801435488
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  3. Pass23,910 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    23,910 miles
    Test number
    197647728601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass23,631 miles (+311)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    23,631 miles
    Test number
    148801646215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass23,320 miles (+326)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    23,320 miles
    Test number
    961236077854
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass22,994 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    22,994 miles
    Test number
    502301627561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass22,879 miles (+493)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    22,879 miles
    Test number
    336780793112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass22,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    22,386 miles
    Test number
    126498076786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail22,386 miles (+385)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,386 miles
    Test number
    261455800988
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass22,001 miles (+300)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    22,001 miles
    Test number
    333787346284
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass21,701 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    21,701 miles
    Test number
    385780954494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,410 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    21,410 miles
    Test number
    681608460023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,160 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    21,160 miles
    Test number
    587359255173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,984 miles (+650)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    20,984 miles
    Test number
    868623064144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,334 miles (+336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    20,334 miles
    Test number
    555296653138
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass19,998 miles (+640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,998 miles
    Test number
    376316242187
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail19,358 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,358 miles
    Test number
    325723951193
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass19,358 miles (+724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    19,358 miles
    Test number
    658393251174
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass18,634 miles (+575)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    18,634 miles
    Test number
    231194220125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,059 miles (+321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    18,059 miles
    Test number
    994124139145
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass17,738 miles (+497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,738 miles
    Test number
    482253848141
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass17,241 miles (+409)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    17,241 miles
    Test number
    462135847101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    16,832 miles
    Test number
    893928436190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 VBS

Does K40 VBS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 VBS expired on 30 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 VBS?
The MOT on K40 VBS expired on 30 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 VBS done?
K40 VBS was recorded at 24,231 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2025, an average of 387 miles a year.
Has K40 VBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 VBS has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2025.
Has the mileage on K40 VBS 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 K40 VBS find?
K40 VBS passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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