1991 TVR 290 S 2.9L Petrol · H487 AMA
1991 TVR 290 S (2.9L, petrol). First registered 01 May 1991. Recorded mileage 40,689 miles. MOT valid until 08 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- TVR 290 S
- Year / Origin
- 1991 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,689 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H487 AMA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2026
- 40,689 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
H487 AMA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Tvr 290 S (H487 AMA) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
H487 AMA Mileage History
- 20/04/202340,090 mi
- 19/03/202440,463 mi+373 mi
- 19/03/202440,463 mi
- 31/03/202540,679 mi+216 mi
- 10/04/202640,689 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 202 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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