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C23 TVR

1988 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,336 mi
Last recorded62,336 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Tvr 280 S66,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC23 TVR
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 62,336 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 60,663 miles

Front Light misting of oil

Pass 13 Sep 2023 60,519 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 59,773 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 59,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 58,888 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 58,272 miles

exhaust slightly loud

Fail 25 Aug 2017 58,272 miles

Nearside Rear Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

exhaust slightly loud

Pass 11 Apr 2015 57,369 miles

slight play in lower steering column bush

Pass 19 Mar 2014 56,508 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

chassis corroded through out and painted over

Pass 25 Apr 2013 56,067 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

chasis corroded through out

slight play to lower steering colume shaft bush

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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C23 TVR is a 1988 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Tvr 280 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 66,760 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 C23 TVR, 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 38 years old, this Tvr 280 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C23 TVR?

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What year was C23 TVR registered?

C23 TVR is a 1988 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is C23 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C23 TVR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C23 TVR have outstanding finance?

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