TVR S3
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 138 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
84%
Total Tests
138
Model Years
1990 to 1992
Years Covered
3
About the TVR S3
The TVR S3 was MOT tested 138 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (1990 to 1992), with an average pass rate of 84%. That's slightly above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.
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, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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TVR S3 by Year
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Questions about the TVR S3
Is the TVR S3 reliable?
Across its 3 model years in our data (1990 to 1992), the TVR S3 averages an 84% MOT pass rate, from 138 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 2 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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