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TB02 JOB

2002 Tvr Tamora

Blue Petrol 3605cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

30,823 mi
Last recorded30,823 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Tvr Tamora28,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTB02 JOB
MakeTvr
ModelTamora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,605cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 30,823 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm...235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm...25/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake only just met requirements

Fail 31 Oct 2025 30,820 miles

Nearside Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm...235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm...25/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 30,016 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has 2mm of tread.

Offside Rear Tyre has 2mm of tread.

Fail 4 Oct 2024 30,016 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has 2mm of tread.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has 2mm of tread.

Pass 15 Sep 2023 29,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake, requirements only just met

Pass 11 Apr 2022 29,468 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 28,512 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake just made requirements

Pass 1 May 2019 28,308 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 28,008 miles

handbrake has just made requirements

Fail 13 Jun 2017 28,008 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 27,458 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 27,455 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 27,398 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 24,767 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 24,766 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 20,341 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 20,340 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 16,821 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 16,817 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 16,428 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

coolant leak

Pass 20 Dec 2010 16,023 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 16,018 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 10,432 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 9,357 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 9,357 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 7,777 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 3,395 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 556 miles

all brake pads getting low on linings

How Reliable is the Tvr Tamora?

Based on 4,941 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
1,246
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 86
Headlamp aim too high 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 59
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 52
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TB02 JOB is a 2002 Tvr Tamora in Blue with a 3,605cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Tamora models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 28,142 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 Tamora fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TB02 JOB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tamora typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Tvr Tamora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TB02 JOB registered?

TB02 JOB is a 2002 Tvr Tamora, first registered on 22 August 2002.

Is TB02 JOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for TB02 JOB shows 28 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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