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F992 EGO

1989 Tvr 280 S

Green Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

89,020 mi
Last recorded89,020 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF992 EGO
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2011 89,020 miles

brake fluid resevior pipes to master cylinder are perished but ok for test.

o/s/r body mounting corroded

screen discoloured in both bottom corners

seat belt mountings are corroded & not easily inspected as covered by black sealer.Ok for test.

slight freeplay in lower steering column bush o.k for test

speedo inoperative

Fail 7 Apr 2011 89,020 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/r body mounting corroded

screen discoloured in both bottom corners

speedo inoperative

Pass 5 May 2010 89,020 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

lower steering column bush worn

o/s/r body mount corroded

Fail 26 Apr 2010 89,020 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

lower steering column bush worn

o/s/r body mount corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2006 89,006 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 89,004 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2005 88,960 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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F992 EGO is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Green with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F992 EGO, 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 F992 EGO registered?

F992 EGO is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F992 EGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F992 EGO 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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