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3619 LJ

1989 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,704 mi
Last recorded88,704 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3619 LJ
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 88,704 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 88,355 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 87,061 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 85,942 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 85,006 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 84,973 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2021 83,963 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 83,943 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit (4.11 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit (4.11 (c) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 81,927 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 81,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 81,249 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 76,533 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 75,533 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 73,659 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 71,701 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 70,440 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 69,431 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 67,973 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 67,049 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 65,419 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 64,031 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 62,234 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 62,234 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr 280 S?

Based on 1,805 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
533
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 42
Stop lamp not working 38
fog lamp not working 37
Headlamp not working on main beam 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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3619 LJ is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Tvr 280 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 68,422 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr 280 S fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 3619 LJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr 280 S typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Tvr 280 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 3619 LJ registered?

3619 LJ is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 3 May 1989.

Is 3619 LJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3619 LJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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