Tvr 290 s
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 3 years from 318 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
83%
Total Tests
318
Best Year
1991 (92%)
Years Covered
3
About the Tvr 290 s
The Tvr 290 s has been tested 318 times in 2026 MOT data across 3 model years (1990 to 1992), with an average pass rate of 83%. That's slightly above the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1991 model is the most reliable with a 92% pass rate from 145 tests. The 1992 model has the lowest at 76%. With a 16 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
The TVR 290 S has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 85,188 miles, while the newest (1992) averages 54,345 miles.
Compared to the Tvr brand average of 90%, the 290 s is 7 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Tvr models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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