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F508 JTA

1989 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,360 mi
Last recorded76,360 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2008
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF508 JTA
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,898cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2008 76,360 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 5 Feb 2008 76,357 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

engine oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2006 73,122 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 73,121 miles

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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F508 JTA is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F508 JTA, 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

How do I check the history of F508 JTA?

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What year was F508 JTA registered?

F508 JTA is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 6 January 1989.

Is F508 JTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F508 JTA shows 4 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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