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F838 FFC

1988 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,179 mi
Last recorded69,179 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 1988 Tvr 280 S66,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF838 FFC
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 69,179 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (7.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 69,179 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (7.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2009 67,366 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 65,409 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 63,946 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 63,934 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2006 63,918 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Front Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

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

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

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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F838 FFC is a 1988 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F838 FFC, 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

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What year was F838 FFC registered?

F838 FFC is a 1988 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 10 August 1988.

Is F838 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F838 FFC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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