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F716 NPC

1988 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

70,513 mi
Last recorded70,513 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2010
Typical for 1988 Tvr 280 S66,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF716 NPC
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2010 70,513 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 70,462 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 67,410 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 67,410 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 67,361 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 67,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 66,186 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 65,603 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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F716 NPC is a 1988 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 F716 NPC, 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

How do I check the history of F716 NPC?

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What year was F716 NPC registered?

F716 NPC is a 1988 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is F716 NPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F716 NPC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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