Tvr S3
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 3 years from 138 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
84%
Total Tests
138
Best Year
1991 (96%)
Years Covered
3
About the Tvr S3
The Tvr S3 has been tested 138 times in 2026 MOT data across 3 model years (1990 to 1992), with an average pass rate of 84%. 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 96% pass rate from 46 tests. The 1992 model has the lowest at 76%. With a 20 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 76,818 miles, while the newest (1992) averages 59,330 miles.
Compared to the Tvr brand average of 90%, the S3 is 6 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.
Full 1992 detailsHow reliable is the Tvr S3?
Tvr S3 by Year
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