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F908 PRK

1989 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

128,473 mi
Last recorded128,473 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF908 PRK
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 128,473 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 128,399 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 128,353 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 128,326 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 128,299 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 128,131 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 128,116 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 128,093 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 127,857 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 127,189 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 125,702 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 125,697 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 123,565 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 120,697 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 117,398 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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F908 PRK is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 F908 PRK, 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 F908 PRK registered?

F908 PRK is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F908 PRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F908 PRK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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