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L493 SGN

1993 Tvr 290 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,305 mi
Last recorded13,305 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Tvr 290 S55,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL493 SGN
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 13,305 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 11,590 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 9,538 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 9,269 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 9,265 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 9,192 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Tvr 290 S?

Based on 4,357 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
606
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
315
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 61
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 60
position lamp(s) not working 57
position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 54
fog lamp not working 53
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L493 SGN is a 1993 Tvr 290 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Tvr 290 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 55,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr 290 S fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L493 SGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr 290 S typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Tvr 290 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L493 SGN?

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What year was L493 SGN registered?

L493 SGN is a 1993 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L493 SGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L493 SGN shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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