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TVR Tuscan

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 3,996 cc

T8 USCMOT history

T8 USC is a red petrol TVR Tuscan first used on 13 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 46,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2026
Mileage
46,398 mi
At MOT on 29 Mar 2023
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 USC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Tuscan
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 USC was last recorded at 46,398 miles on 29 Mar 2023, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,366 miles · 24 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 46,398 miles
  • 2020 – 46,366 miles
  • 2019 – 45,655 miles
  • 2018 – 45,379 miles
  • 2017 – 45,225 miles
  • 2016 – 45,008 miles
  • 2014 – 44,669 miles
  • 2013 – 44,269 miles
  • 2012 – 42,697 miles
  • 2011 – 40,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryBrake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft hub leaking greaseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    639313721418
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft hub leaking grease

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    743121662240
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft hub leaking grease

  3. Pass46,398 miles (+32)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    46,398 miles
    Test number
    177764444224
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak bottom radiator hose clip
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub oil seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass46,366 miles (+711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    46,366 miles
    Test number
    855423664852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass45,655 miles (+276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    45,655 miles
    Test number
    662179612246
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces of rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass45,379 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    45,379 miles
    Test number
    147447825347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,225 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    45,225 miles
    Test number
    929432761643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,008 miles (+339)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    45,008 miles
    Test number
    724215572016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,669 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,669 miles
    Test number
    198743344346
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  10. Pass44,669 miles (+400)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    44,669 miles
    Test number
    486913344415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,269 miles (+1,572)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    44,269 miles
    Test number
    225030453356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,697 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,697 miles
    Test number
    266169232162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,696 miles (+2,161)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,696 miles
    Test number
    266495132491
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass40,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,535 miles
    Test number
    169421951118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,535 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,535 miles
    Test number
    326571651121
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T8 USC

Does T8 USC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T8 USC expired on 16 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T8 USC?
The MOT on T8 USC expired on 16 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T8 USC done?
T8 USC was recorded at 46,398 miles at its MOT on 29 Mar 2023, an average of 496 miles a year.
Has T8 USC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 USC has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T8 USC 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 T8 USC find?
T8 USC passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: brake lever pivot slightly tight; nearside rear outer drive shaft hub leaking grease.

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