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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the TVR 280 S. Check any 280 S by registration number below.

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84.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.0%

vs TVR Avg

4

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

TVR 280 S — MOT Reliability Overview

The TVR 280 S has an average MOT pass rate of 84.6%, which is 4.0 percentage points below the TVR brand average of 88.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 280 S is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used TVR 280 S, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the TVR 280 S performs at MOT across different model years.

1990

Based on 54 vehicles

81.5%Good
TVR average: 88.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

14.0%

1989

Based on 80 vehicles

85.0%Excellent
TVR average: 88.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

14.8%

1988

Based on 35 vehicles

91.4%Excellent
TVR average: 88.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

0

Based on 57 vehicles

80.7%Good
TVR average: 88.7%
Mileage at 5yr

72k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

14.8%

Nearside

7.4%

Front Nearside

3.7%

Other TVR Models

Compare MOT reliability across TVR models.

TVR Tasmin

91.2% pass rate

TVR 290 S

91.5% pass rate

TVR Griffith

93.2% pass rate

TVR Chimaera

89.1% pass rate

TVR Tamora

85.4% pass rate

TVR Cerbera

97.1% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for TVR 280 S

TVR 280 S — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the TVR 280 S MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the TVR 280 S?
The average MOT pass rate for the TVR 280 S is 84.6% compared to the TVR average of 88.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a TVR 280 S?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the TVR 280 S reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 84.6%, the TVR 280 S is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a TVR 280 S?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a TVR 280 S?
Typical mileage for the TVR 280 S: 71,700 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 280 S to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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