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F27 OLH

1988 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

60,045 mi
Last recorded60,045 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Tvr 280 S66,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF27 OLH
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 60,045 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 59,240 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 59,108 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 25 Jun 2019 59,108 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 25 Jun 2018 58,982 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 58,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 58,751 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted Wishbone (2.4.G.1)

Slight dampness below brake master cylinder on servo. (Possible spillage.)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 58,570 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 58,330 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 58,115 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 57,777 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 57,724 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 57,017 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 56,983 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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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F27 OLH is a 1988 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 F27 OLH, 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 F27 OLH?

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What year was F27 OLH registered?

F27 OLH is a 1988 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 21 October 1988.

Is F27 OLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F27 OLH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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