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F258 UVX

1989 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,437 mi
Last recorded47,437 miles
Recorded on10 May 2007
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF258 UVX
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2007 47,437 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 43,587 miles

Chassis structure surface corroded.Recommend some attention to rectify.

Front suspension o/s & n/s coil springs weakened & settled.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Slight free play detected in o/s & n/s inner track rod to steering rack joints.Not excessive at time of testing.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 26 Oct 2005 43,585 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Free play detected in o/s & n/s track rod to steering rack inner joints.Not excessive at time of testing.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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F258 UVX is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F258 UVX, 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 F258 UVX registered?

F258 UVX is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 10 June 1989.

Is F258 UVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F258 UVX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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