Tvr Tasmin
From 443 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are emissions levels exceed default limits, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements and steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. The top issue, emissions levels exceed default limits, caused 17 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 17 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 16 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 9 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 8 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 7 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 5 |
| excessive movement of centre of steering wheel up or down | 5 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 4 |
| flexible brake hose slightly damaged, chafed or twisted | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 16% of Tasmin failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £75.
Tvr Tasmin on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 5 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 5.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 96 | 145 | +0 | -0 | +2 |
| 2025 Q2 | 97 | 142 | +0 | -2 | -2 |
| 2025 Q1 | 65 | 176 | +0 | -0 | +3 |
| 2024 Q4 | 62 | 176 | +0 | -3 | -3 |
| 2024 Q3 | 98 | 143 | +0 | -0 | +1 |
| 2024 Q2 | 97 | 143 | +0 | -0 | +8 |
| 2024 Q1 | 69 | 163 | +0 | -5 | -5 |
| 2023 Q4 | 72 | 165 | +0 | -3 | -3 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 92% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment |
| 1989 | 79.9% | emissions levels exceed default limits, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tasmins tested had between 31,716 and 76,476 miles on the clock.
At 56,790 median miles, the Tasmin has 0.025 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Tvr models
| Tvr Chimaera | 87.1% |
| Tvr Tuscan | 90.5% |
| Tvr Griffith 500 | 89.4% |
| Tvr Cerbera | 87.7% |
Common questions
What is the Tvr Tasmin MOT pass rate?
The Tvr Tasmin has a 85.6% MOT pass rate based on 443 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Tvr Tasmin?
The most common MOT failure on the Tvr Tasmin is emissions levels exceed default limits, which caused 17 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
How many Tvr Tasmins are on UK roads?
There are 96 Tvr Tasmins currently licensed on UK roads, with 145 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Tvr Tasmin at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Tvr Tasmin is 56,790 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 31,716 and 76,476 miles.
Buying a used Tasmin?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.