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F674 DWX

1989 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,301 mi
Last recorded67,301 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2009
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF674 DWX
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2009 67,301 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 67,299 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 25 May 2007 66,483 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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)

near side rear inner cv boot insecure

Pass 23 Nov 2005 63,066 miles

excessive play in steering column lower bush

inner joint of near side rear drive shaft worn

surface corrosion all over main chassis frame

Fail 9 Nov 2005 63,066 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

excessive play in lower steering column bush

inner joint on n/s/r drive shaft in poor condition

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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F674 DWX is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F674 DWX, 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.

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What year was F674 DWX registered?

F674 DWX is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 9 June 1989.

Is F674 DWX safe to buy?

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