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F62 SNP

1988 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,546 mi
Last recorded28,546 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 1988 Tvr 280 S66,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF62 SNP
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 28,546 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 28,462 miles

Nearside rear brake binding.

Pass 30 Jun 2018 28,444 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 28,338 miles

Centre exhaust slight blow.

Nearside rear brake binding.

Pass 1 Aug 2015 28,271 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 27,945 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 27,828 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 26,770 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 26,769 miles

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

nearside mirror missing

Pass 7 Jul 2009 25,765 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 24,875 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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F62 SNP is a 1988 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 F62 SNP, 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.

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What year was F62 SNP registered?

F62 SNP is a 1988 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 19 November 1988.

Is F62 SNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F62 SNP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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