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J20 TVR

1991 Tvr S3

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

52,088 mi
Last recorded52,088 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Tvr S373,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ20 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelS3
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 52,088 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 51,853 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 50,010 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 49,564 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 48,274 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 47,761 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 47,515 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 46,730 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 45,799 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 44,521 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 44,006 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 42,537 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 41,967 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 41,570 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 39,554 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 38,419 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 37,568 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 36,795 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 36,428 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 35,923 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 35,322 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2005 35,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Tvr S3?

Based on 1,724 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 35
Stop lamp not working 29
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
position lamp(s) not working 23
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J20 TVR is a 1991 Tvr S3 in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1991 Tvr S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 73,223 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr S3 fails its MOT is vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J20 TVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Tvr S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J20 TVR registered?

J20 TVR is a 1991 Tvr S3, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J20 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J20 TVR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J20 TVR have outstanding finance?

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