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F694 AWT

1989 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

70,401 mi
Last recorded70,401 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF694 AWT
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 70,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 70,401 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 70,367 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 70,309 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 70,147 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 69,786 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 69,198 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 69,198 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 68,847 miles

centre exaust clamps missing but not leaking

o/s ininer rack joint slight play

Fail 25 Jul 2011 68,847 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

centre exaust clamps missing but not leaking

o/s ininer rack joint slight play

Fail 16 Apr 2009 68,771 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2007 68,053 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 12 Feb 2007 68,053 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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F694 AWT is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 F694 AWT, 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

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What year was F694 AWT registered?

F694 AWT is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F694 AWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F694 AWT shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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