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F999 BKL

1988 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

53,869 mi
Last recorded53,869 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Tvr 280 S66,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF999 BKL
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 53,869 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 53,869 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 51,882 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 51,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2016 51,650 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 51,399 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 48,310 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 48,308 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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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F999 BKL 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 F999 BKL, 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 F999 BKL?

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What year was F999 BKL registered?

F999 BKL is a 1988 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F999 BKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F999 BKL 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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