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J44 VBS

1991 Tvr 290 S

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,613 mi
Last recorded55,613 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Tvr 290 S63,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 VBS
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 55,613 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 55,396 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 55,143 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 54,349 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 53,999 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 53,699 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 53,699 miles

slight rad leak

wipers don't park

Pass 15 Oct 2014 55,699 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 53,681 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 53,386 miles

Oil leak

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 12 May 2011 52,632 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 5 May 2010 51,951 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 51,951 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 51,360 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 50,647 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 49,615 miles

fuel line perished but not leaking

Pass 18 Apr 2006 48,208 miles

Petrol may be leaking from tank seder unit.

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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J44 VBS is a 1991 Tvr 290 S in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J44 VBS, 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 J44 VBS registered?

J44 VBS is a 1991 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 27 August 1991.

Is J44 VBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J44 VBS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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