TVR Tasmin MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the TVR Tasmin. Check any Tasmin by registration number below.

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87.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.4%

vs TVR Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

TVR Tasmin — MOT Reliability Overview

The TVR Tasmin has an average MOT pass rate of 87.3%, which is 1.4 percentage points below the TVR brand average of 88.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Tasmin is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a TVR Tasmin fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Tasmin for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used TVR Tasmin, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the TVR Tasmin performs at MOT across different model years.

1990

Based on 142 vehicles

89.4%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

3.6%

1989

Based on 187 vehicles

88.2%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

12.1%

1988

Based on 139 vehicles

89.2%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

4.0%

1987

Based on 38 vehicles

89.5%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

9.1%

1986

Based on 34 vehicles

91.2%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

11.5%

1984

Based on 35 vehicles

80.0%Good

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

39.1%

0

Based on 222 vehicles

83.3%Good

TVR average: 88.7%

Mileage at 5yr

55k mi

Top MOT Failures — TVR Tasmin

The most common reasons a TVR Tasmin fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

5.3%

TVR Tasmin Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

1.4%

Front Offside

1.4%

Other TVR Models

Compare MOT reliability across TVR models.

TVR 290 S

91.5% pass rate

TVR Griffith

93.2% pass rate

TVR Chimaera

89.1% pass rate

TVR Tamora

85.4% pass rate

TVR 280 S

81.5% pass rate

TVR Cerbera

97.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for TVR Tasmin

TVR Tasmin — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the TVR Tasmin MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the TVR Tasmin?

The average MOT pass rate for the TVR Tasmin is 87.3% compared to the TVR average of 88.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a TVR Tasmin?

The most common MOT failures on the TVR Tasmin are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (5.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the TVR Tasmin reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 87.3%, the TVR Tasmin is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a TVR Tasmin?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a TVR Tasmin?

Typical mileage for the TVR Tasmin: 54,760 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Tasmin to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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