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J600 TVR

1992 Tvr 290 S

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,215 mi
Last recorded11,215 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Tvr 290 S54,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ600 TVR
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2025 11,215 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 10,309 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 9,363 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 8,540 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 8,491 miles

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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J600 TVR is a 1992 Tvr 290 S in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Tvr 290 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,947 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 J600 TVR, 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 34 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 J600 TVR?

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What year was J600 TVR registered?

J600 TVR is a 1992 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J600 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J600 TVR shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J600 TVR have outstanding finance?

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