Tvr common problems and MOT failures
From 13,711 MOT tests in 2024, 10.1% of Tvr vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Tvr MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | emissions levels exceed default limits | 280 |
| 2 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 218 |
| 3 | emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | 160 |
| 4 | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 141 |
| 5 | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 121 |
| 6 | headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 114 |
| 7 | steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 102 |
| 8 | lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 83 |
| 9 | lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 77 |
| 10 | emissions test unable to be completed | 72 |
What this means if you're buying a Tvr
The single most common MOT failure for Tvr is emissions levels exceed default limits, accounting for 20% of all failure items.
These figures are from real MOT inspections — they show what testers actually find wrong with Tvr vehicles. If you're viewing a used Tvr, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Buying a specific Tvr? Check the individual vehicle's MOT history for free on GOV.UK to see its actual test results, advisories, and mileage readings.
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