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F455 SUV

1988 Tvr 280 S

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

85,107 mi
Last recorded85,107 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Tvr 280 S66,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF455 SUV
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 85,107 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust manifold slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis under drivers feet corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 85,107 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust manifold slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis under drivers feet corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 85,094 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 84,947 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 84,900 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 84,556 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 84,513 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 83,909 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 82,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 May 2016 82,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 82,448 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 82,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 80,972 miles

battery insecure

Fail 28 Aug 2012 80,971 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery insecure

Pass 29 Apr 2011 80,289 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 78,981 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 76,519 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 75,842 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 75,662 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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F455 SUV is a 1988 Tvr 280 S in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 F455 SUV, 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

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What year was F455 SUV registered?

F455 SUV is a 1988 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 15 September 1988.

Is F455 SUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F455 SUV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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