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H152 TNP

1991 Tvr 290 S

Green Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

34,077 mi
Last recorded34,077 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 1991 Tvr 290 S63,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH152 TNP
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 34,077 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 May 2023 34,077 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Apr 2014 33,810 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 33,501 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 33,089 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 32,733 miles

corrosion on front and rear chassis

Fail 16 Sep 2010 32,733 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

corrosion on front and rear chassis

Pass 7 Sep 2009 32,571 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 31,732 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 31,732 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 31,400 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 31,400 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 30,899 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 30,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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H152 TNP is a 1991 Tvr 290 S in Green with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1991 Tvr 290 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 63,398 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H152 TNP, 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 35 years old, this Tvr 290 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H152 TNP registered?

H152 TNP is a 1991 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 7 January 1991.

Is H152 TNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H152 TNP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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