1992 Pre cat fails MOT because computer says it needs one...

1992 Pre cat fails MOT because computer says it needs one...

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jmn

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Tuesday 8th May 2018
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My Nov 92 Precat Griff has just failed it's MOT at a TVR friendly garage because new DVLA software says it needs a catalytic converter!

TVRSSW are making enquiries with the TVR Club.

Computer says that anything built after 1/7/92 must have a CC.

All sensible suggestions gratefully received.

jmn

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281 months

Tuesday 8th May 2018
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Surely these cars never had a CC in the first place?

jmn

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895 posts

281 months

Tuesday 8th May 2018
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My car was never fitted with a CC.

jmn

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Wednesday 9th May 2018
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My car does now have an MOT. Collecting it this afternoon and will update after that.

jmn

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281 months

Thursday 10th May 2018
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Firstly many thanks for the sensible replies from the knowledgeable people.
My car's VIN confirms that it was never fitted with a CC.
It initially failed on 7.1.3, (CC missing where fitted as standard),
7.3.D.4, 7.3.D.3 (Emissions).
VOSA are investigating and the TVR CC Archivist may be able to assist.
One thing to bear in mind-under the new rules failing on emissions is a major defect and such a failure means that the vehicle cannot be driven away from the MOT Station.
Thanks also to Colin and Tina at TVRSSW who have been extremely helpful.



jmn

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Thursday 7th June 2018
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Probably best if you contact Colin at TVRSSW as he will know more than me.