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F130 RLU

1989 Tvr 280 S

Grey Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,323 mi
Last recorded44,323 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF130 RLU
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 44,323 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 44,146 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 44,143 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 44,000 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 53,749 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 43,549 miles

Lower Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 43,545 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

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

Lower Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 42,670 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2020 41,367 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 41,367 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and nearside front (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 40,775 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 40,771 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 40,752 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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F130 RLU is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Grey with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 F130 RLU, 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.

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What year was F130 RLU registered?

F130 RLU is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F130 RLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F130 RLU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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