Tomos Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Tomos Unknown reliable? We analysed 475 real MOT tests across 276 vehicles to find out.
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The Tomos Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Tomos Unknown.
Tomos Unknown Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tomos Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tomos Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tomos Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tomos Unknown Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tomos Unknown fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tomos Unknown Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Tomos Unknown models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Tomos Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tomos Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tomos Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tomos Unknown year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 80 | 95.0% | 812 | 1,451 | 4,921 |
| 1989 | 61 | 91.8% | 1,501 | 2,797 | 3,389 |
How Long Does a Tomos Unknown Last?
Based on 276 Tomos Unknown vehicles on UK roads.
Tomos Unknown Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tomos Unknown MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Tomos Unknown
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.0% MOT pass rate from 80 tests
91.8% MOT pass rate from 61 tests
The best year to buy a used Tomos Unknown is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.0% across 80 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tomos Unknown Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomos Unknown THIS CAR | 89.1% | 475 | 2,125 mi | 37 yrs |
| Tomos Not Stated | 96.3% | 109 | 3,592 mi | — yrs |
| Vauxhall Astra Gs Line Turbo Auto | 92.4% | 330 | 22,526 mi | — yrs |
| BMW 530D | 61.2% | 410 | 167,973 mi | — yrs |
| Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L6 | 91.7% | 908 | 7,646 mi | 10 yrs |
Compared to the Tomos Not Stated (96.3% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra Gs Line Turbo Auto (92.4% pass rate), the Tomos Unknown trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Tomos Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.1% across 475 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords with 3 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Tomos Unknown with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Tomos Unknown owner drives around 80 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Tomos Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 37 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.