CarVerify

Free Car Check

J16 TVR

1991 Tvr V8S

Red Petrol 3948cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

98,754 mi
Last recorded98,754 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 1991 Tvr V8S57,588 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Tvr
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 98,754 miles

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Both headlamps have reduced beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front washers are slow

Rear Last exhaust hanger is a poor fit

Slight play in steering rack ends

Pass 31 Oct 2018 98,703 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

brake master cylinder/servo corroded

fuel tank support framework corroded

Fail 26 Oct 2018 98,703 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

brake master cylinder/servo corroded

fuel tank support framework corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2017 95,879 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not excessively weakened master cylinder (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body/fuel tank mount leg (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 95,879 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bridgestone 215/45/17 87y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bridgestone 215/45/17 87y (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not excessively weakened master cylinder (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body/fuel tank mount leg (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 94,450 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear (3.5.1g)

Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not excessively weakened Master cylinder (3.6.A.2b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 93,230 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 93,230 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 92,386 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 92,324 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 89,121 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 87,514 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 81,481 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr V8S?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
506
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
position lamp(s) not working 40
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35
Stop lamp not working 32
Headlamp aim too low 31
Full Tvr V8S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J16 TVR is a 1991 Tvr V8S in Red with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1991 Tvr V8S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 57,588 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Tvr V8S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J16 TVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr V8S typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J16 TVR?

You can check the full history of J16 TVR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J16 TVR registered?

J16 TVR is a 1991 Tvr V8S, first registered on 24 September 1991.

Is J16 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J16 TVR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J16 TVR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J16 TVR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.