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TVR Tuscan

Multi-colour · Petrol · 2001 · 3,996 cc

Y271 XBVMOT history

Y271 XBV is a multi-colour petrol TVR Tuscan first used on 27 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 63,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
63,421 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y271 XBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Tuscan
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y271 XBV was last recorded at 63,421 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,349 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
1,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,421 miles
  • 2025 – 63,349 miles
  • 2024 – 63,165 miles
  • 2022 – 62,872 miles
  • 2021 – 62,809 miles
  • 2020 – 62,640 miles
  • 2019 – 62,223 miles
  • 2018 – 61,783 miles
  • 2017 – 61,321 miles
  • 2016 – 60,750 miles
  • 2015 – 59,003 miles
  • 2014 – 58,148 miles
  • 2013 – 55,649 miles
  • 2012 – 53,486 miles
  • 2011 – 50,813 miles
  • 2010 – 48,939 miles
  • 2009 – 47,291 miles
  • 2008 – 46,482 miles
  • 2007 – 45,521 miles
  • 2006 – 44,042 miles
  • 2005 – 40,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,421 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,421 miles (+72)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    63,421 miles
    Test number
    471634105917
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass63,349 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    63,349 miles
    Test number
    784653647552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass63,165 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    63,165 miles
    Test number
    986433224153
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    557825404864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,872 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    62,872 miles
    Test number
    564965973240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass62,809 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    62,809 miles
    Test number
    239453030409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,640 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    62,640 miles
    Test number
    427811613692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail62,635 miles (+412)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,635 miles
    Test number
    865043386533
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass62,223 miles (+440)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    62,223 miles
    Test number
    165493798938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,783 miles (+462)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    61,783 miles
    Test number
    202404846763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,321 miles (+571)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    61,321 miles
    Test number
    897532754639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft boot damaged but preventing dirt and water ingress
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass60,750 miles (+1,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,750 miles
    Test number
    689860191778
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

  13. Pass59,003 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    59,003 miles
    Test number
    866463605255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front coil springs corroded

  14. Fail59,003 miles (+855)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,003 miles
    Test number
    169013605272
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front coil springs corroded

  15. Pass58,148 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,148 miles
    Test number
    188809314206
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  16. Fail58,146 miles (+2,497)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,146 miles
    Test number
    819104714238
    • FailureNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  17. Pass55,649 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,649 miles
    Test number
    987010723212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail55,629 miles (+2,143)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,629 miles
    Test number
    648928003235
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass53,486 miles (+2,673)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,486 miles
    Test number
    406507402255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,813 miles (+1,874)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,813 miles
    Test number
    495470131268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,939 miles (+1,648)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,939 miles
    Test number
    772042230261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have age cracks recomend replacement
    • NoteDiff leaking oil
    • NoteO/s rear suspension base damaged, recommend replacment

  22. Pass47,291 miles (+33)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    47,291 miles
    Test number
    940872529208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNo reverse light

  23. Fail47,258 miles (+776)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,258 miles
    Test number
    851679719296
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNo reverse light

  24. Pass46,482 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,482 miles
    Test number
    632388028220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail46,476 miles (+955)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,476 miles
    Test number
    352612518438
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass45,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,521 miles
    Test number
    962911777191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,521 miles (+1,479)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,521 miles
    Test number
    470192667154
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass44,042 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,042 miles
    Test number
    503017136123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail44,037 miles (+3,979)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,037 miles
    Test number
    530925926155
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

  30. Pass40,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2006
    Odometer
    40,058 miles
    Test number
    612067045193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y271 XBV

Does Y271 XBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y271 XBV is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y271 XBV?
The MOT on Y271 XBV is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y271 XBV done?
Y271 XBV was recorded at 63,421 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 1,107 miles a year.
Has Y271 XBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y271 XBV has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on Y271 XBV 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 Y271 XBV find?
Y271 XBV passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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