Tvr Tamora Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Tvr Tamora reliable? We analysed 4,941 real MOT tests across 332 vehicles to find out.
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The Tvr Tamora is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, headlamp aim too high and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Tvr Tamora.
Tvr Tamora Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tvr Tamora. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tvr Tamora MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tvr Tamora to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tvr Tamora Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tvr Tamora fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tvr Tamora Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tvr Tamora owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tvr Tamora MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tvr Tamora year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 114 | 88.6% | 22,350 | 29,160 | 35,016 |
| 2005 | 520 | 90.8% | 18,252 | 27,247 | 37,365 |
| 2004 | 952 | 84.7% | 15,744 | 22,832 | 33,702 |
| 2003 | 1,205 | 83.9% | 18,461 | 27,595 | 38,060 |
| 2002 | 1,938 | 81.1% | 19,578 | 28,142 | 40,952 |
| 2001 | 97 | 79.4% | 23,406 | 28,037 | 33,912 |
How Long Does a Tvr Tamora Last?
Based on 332 Tvr Tamora vehicles on UK roads.
Tvr Tamora Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tvr Tamora 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 Tamora
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.8% MOT pass rate from 520 tests
79.4% MOT pass rate from 97 tests
The best year to buy a used Tvr Tamora is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.8% across 520 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tvr Tamora Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tvr Tamora THIS CAR | 83.7% | 4,941 | 26,919 mi | 25 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 |
| Audi A6 S Line 40 TFSI MHEV S-a | 90.9% | 1,674 | 31,122 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Tvr Chimaera (81.6% pass rate) and the Tvr Tuscan (83.1% pass rate), the Tvr Tamora outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Tvr TamoraShould you buy a used Tvr Tamora?
The Tvr Tamora has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.7% across 4,941 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 Tamora are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (86 recorded failures), headlamp aim too high (69), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (67). 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 Tamora owner drives around 1,246 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 Tamora models stay on UK roads for around 25 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.