Tvr T350 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Tvr T350 reliable? We analysed 6,956 real MOT tests across 472 vehicles to find out.
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The Tvr T350 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include exhaust emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Tvr T350.
Tvr T350 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tvr T350. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tvr T350 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tvr T350 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tvr T350 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tvr T350 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tvr T350 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tvr T350 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tvr T350 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tvr T350 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 182 | 81.3% | 12,973 | 21,464 | 31,460 |
| 2005 | 1,165 | 87.1% | 15,731 | 24,781 | 35,470 |
| 2004 | 2,270 | 84.6% | 17,158 | 27,188 | 39,329 |
| 2003 | 2,657 | 82.8% | 19,406 | 29,786 | 41,012 |
| 1988 | 79 | 74.7% | 59,840 | 65,516 | 80,370 |
| 1987 | 173 | 65.3% | 37,420 | 65,338 | 81,100 |
| 1986 | 125 | 74.4% | 55,703 | 64,280 | 78,633 |
| 1985 | 118 | 63.6% | 8,836 | 62,526 | 67,026 |
How Long Does a Tvr T350 Last?
Based on 472 Tvr T350 vehicles on UK roads.
Tvr T350 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tvr T350 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 Tvr T350
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.1% MOT pass rate from 1,165 tests
63.6% MOT pass rate from 118 tests
The best year to buy a used Tvr T350 is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.1% across 1,165 tests. The 1985 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tvr T350 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tvr T350 THIS CAR | 83.1% | 6,956 | 28,827 mi | 39 yrs |
| Tvr Chimaera | 81.6% | 74,906 | 48,330 mi | 33 yrs |
| Tvr Tuscan | 83.1% | 24,752 | 29,914 mi | 26 yrs |
| Tvr Cerbera | 79.1% | 15,904 | 39,424 mi | 30 yrs |
| Renault Camper | 74.8% | 3,021 | 51,905 mi | 43 yrs |
Compared to the Tvr Chimaera (81.6% pass rate) and the Tvr Tuscan (83.1% pass rate), the Tvr T350 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Tvr T350Should you buy a used Tvr T350?
The Tvr T350 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.1% across 6,956 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Tvr T350 are exhaust emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (107 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (103), and headlamp aim too high (101). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Tvr T350 owner drives around 1,069 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 Tvr T350 models stay on UK roads for around 39 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.