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K293 SRT

1992 Tvr S3

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,537 mi
Last recorded63,537 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Tvr S351,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK293 SRT
MakeTvr
ModelS3
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc
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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 63,537 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 61,251 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 58,996 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 56,778 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 54,706 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 51,298 miles

heavily undersealed

Pass 28 Aug 2020 50,963 miles

slight smoke emission

Fail 27 Aug 2020 50,941 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

slight smoke emission

Pass 15 Aug 2019 50,795 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 50,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 50,507 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 49,846 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play uj nearest the column (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 49,846 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering pivot point has slight play uj nearest the column (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 49,194 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint slightly corroded but serviceable slightly notchy (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 47,745 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 46,982 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 44,885 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 44,885 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 5 Mar 2013 43,577 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 43,577 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 43,509 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 43,308 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 43,304 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 41,644 miles

rearside rear & offside rear tyres have cracks in tread.

Fail 5 Aug 2010 41,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rearside rear & offside rear tyres have cracks in tread.

Pass 8 Aug 2009 40,859 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 40,859 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 20 Aug 2008

How Reliable is the Tvr S3?

Based on 1,724 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 35
Stop lamp not working 29
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
position lamp(s) not working 23
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K293 SRT is a 1992 Tvr S3 in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Tvr S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 51,326 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 S3 fails its MOT is vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K293 SRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Tvr S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K293 SRT registered?

K293 SRT is a 1992 Tvr S3, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K293 SRT safe to buy?

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