CarVerify

Free Car Check

J230 GTR

1991 Tvr 290 S

Blue Petrol 3947cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,651 mi
Last recorded65,651 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Tvr 290 S63,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Tvr
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ230 GTR
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc
View full Tvr 290 S reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 65,651 miles

both front indicator Lenz damaged no sharp edge

chassis coated in grease

engine has a slight oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2024 65,485 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 65,239 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 64,941 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake lines (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 64,555 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 64,553 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose front clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 64,240 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is damaged but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both front lens cracked (no white light showing ) (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

all underneath (chassis has grease all over bottom part ) inspection limited

petrol cap seal perished

under bonnet near n/s/f inner wheel arch has a wire exposed

Pass 15 Nov 2019 64,110 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered in grease. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 63,409 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

engine over heated

Fail 13 Nov 2018 63,407 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision drivers receiver (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

engine over heated

Pass 15 Nov 2017 63,189 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 63,189 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 62,827 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 61,871 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 16 May 2014 61,473 miles

BOTH HD LAMP UNITS DETERIATED

REAR CHASSIS, AND REAR SUSPENSION CONPONENTS SURFACE CORROSION.

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 61,099 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

front no. plate slightly deteriated

Pass 21 May 2012 60,441 miles

SLIGHT DETERATION FRONT HD LAMPS

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 18 May 2011 59,838 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 58,654 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 58,049 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

SLIGHT PLAY & ROUGHNES OF LOWER STEERING COLUMN SUPPORT BEARING

Fail 7 Apr 2009 58,048 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

SLIGHT PLAY & ROUGHNES OF LOWER STEERING COLUMN SUPPORT BEARING

Pass 29 Feb 2008 57,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Lower Steering column damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 29 Feb 2008 57,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Lower Steering column damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 54,620 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 53,676 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

SLIGHT PLAY O/S OF STEERING RACK MECHANISM ALTERNATOR WARNING LAMP STAYING ON WHEN IGNITION SWITCHED OFF

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
Full Tvr 290 S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J230 GTR is a 1991 Tvr 290 S in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J230 GTR, 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

How do I check the history of J230 GTR?

You can check the full history of J230 GTR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J230 GTR registered?

J230 GTR is a 1991 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 5 August 1991.

Is J230 GTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J230 GTR shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J230 GTR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J230 GTR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.