MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,180 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Tvr S1?
Based on 1,615 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E279 SWU is a 1989 Tvr S1 in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1989 Tvr S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 71,923 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Tvr S1 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E279 SWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Tvr S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Tvr S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was E279 SWU registered?
E279 SWU is a 1989 Tvr S1, first registered on 14 March 1989.
Is E279 SWU safe to buy?
The MOT history for E279 SWU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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