Tvr Tasmin Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Tvr Tasmin reliable? We analysed 6,420 real MOT tests across 605 vehicles to find out.
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The Tvr Tasmin is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, parking brake recording little or no effort and headlamp aim too low. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Tvr Tasmin.
Tvr Tasmin Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tvr Tasmin. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tvr Tasmin MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tvr Tasmin to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tvr Tasmin Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tvr Tasmin fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tvr Tasmin Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tvr Tasmin owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tvr Tasmin MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tvr Tasmin year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 155 | 78.1% | 27,051 | 42,564 | 59,994 |
| 1990 | 1,045 | 78.2% | 40,386 | 55,635 | 70,547 |
| 1989 | 1,554 | 78.3% | 38,550 | 57,818 | 78,668 |
| 1988 | 1,100 | 80.0% | 36,145 | 54,621 | 66,533 |
| 1987 | 467 | 77.9% | 31,644 | 59,706 | 76,234 |
| 1986 | 299 | 72.2% | 48,043 | 63,897 | 79,563 |
| 1985 | 164 | 73.8% | 60,728 | 75,908 | 81,541 |
| 1984 | 430 | 75.8% | 41,184 | 62,143 | 76,289 |
| 1983 | 517 | 72.9% | 41,049 | 68,244 | 82,325 |
| 1982 | 303 | 70.0% | 28,714 | 64,001 | 79,833 |
| 1981 | 213 | 70.0% | 35,342 | 66,712 | 87,579 |
| 1980 | 80 | 71.3% | 54,308 | 72,300 | 90,074 |
How Long Does a Tvr Tasmin Last?
Based on 605 Tvr Tasmin vehicles on UK roads.
Tvr Tasmin Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tvr Tasmin 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 Tasmin
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.0% MOT pass rate from 1,100 tests
70.0% MOT pass rate from 213 tests
The best year to buy a used Tvr Tasmin is 1988, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.0% across 1,100 tests. The 1981 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tvr Tasmin Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tvr Tasmin THIS CAR | 76.8% | 6,420 | 58,480 mi | 46 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 |
| Leyland Cars Mini 850 | 69.1% | 2,356 | 48,656 mi | 56 yrs |
Compared to the Tvr Chimaera (81.6% pass rate) and the Tvr Tuscan (83.1% pass rate), the Tvr Tasmin trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Tvr Tasmin has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.8% across 6,420 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 Tasmin are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (216 recorded failures), parking brake recording little or no effort (173), and headlamp aim too low (156). 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 Tasmin owner drives around 454 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 Tasmin models stay on UK roads for around 46 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.