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G158 PCE

1990 Tvr 280 S

White Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,422 mi
Last recorded86,422 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG158 PCE
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 86,422 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 81,739 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 81,699 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 81,292 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Mar 2010 81,292 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2008 81,127 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 81,127 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 80,098 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 79,215 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 79,215 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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G158 PCE is a 1990 Tvr 280 S in White with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1990 Tvr 280 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 68,806 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 G158 PCE, 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 36 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 G158 PCE registered?

G158 PCE is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 24 April 1990.

Is G158 PCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G158 PCE shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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