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TVR Tuscan

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,996 cc

L8 ECSMOT history

L8 ECS is a blue petrol TVR Tuscan first used on 8 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 24,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2026
Mileage
24,689 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 ECS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Tuscan
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 ECS was last recorded at 24,689 miles on 11 Jun 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,684 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 24,689 miles
  • 2019 – 23,994 miles
  • 2017 – 23,704 miles
  • 2016 – 22,984 miles
  • 2015 – 21,833 miles
  • 2014 – 20,126 miles
  • 2013 – 17,230 miles
  • 2012 – 16,562 miles
  • 2011 – 12,492 miles
  • 2010 – 10,229 miles
  • 2008 – 9,682 miles
  • 2007 – 8,788 miles
  • 2006 – 8,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,689 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,689 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    24,689 miles
    Test number
    323854698967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail24,684 miles (+690)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,684 miles
    Test number
    623096874436
    • 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass23,994 miles (+290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    23,994 miles
    Test number
    951150333956
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Catalyst very weak and only just went through emissions

  4. Pass23,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    23,704 miles
    Test number
    705041664610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail23,704 miles (+720)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,704 miles
    Test number
    912984699755
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  6. Pass22,984 miles (+1,151)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    22,984 miles
    Test number
    556775488092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass21,833 miles (+1,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    21,833 miles
    Test number
    995426471737
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both slightly (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Pass20,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    20,126 miles
    Test number
    415492574223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail20,126 miles (+2,896)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,126 miles
    Test number
    776642574280
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  10. Pass17,230 miles (+668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    17,230 miles
    Test number
    477968063242
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass16,562 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    16,562 miles
    Test number
    328441302478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass12,492 miles (+2,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    12,492 miles
    Test number
    198713541115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass10,229 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    10,229 miles
    Test number
    980932750270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass9,951 miles (+269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    9,951 miles
    Test number
    982177040132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass9,682 miles (+894)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    9,682 miles
    Test number
    403661278296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  16. Pass8,788 miles (+493)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    8,788 miles
    Test number
    562768967257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    8,295 miles
    Test number
    723423316270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 ECS

Does L8 ECS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 ECS expired on 10 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 ECS?
The MOT on L8 ECS expired on 10 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 ECS done?
L8 ECS was recorded at 24,689 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2025, an average of 869 miles a year.
Has L8 ECS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 ECS has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 ECS 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 L8 ECS find?
L8 ECS passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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