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G207 DPC

1989 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,719 mi
Last recorded37,719 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG207 DPC
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 37,719 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

radiator slight leak corner

slight play in lower steering column bush

Fail 1 Jun 2026 37,719 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

radiator slight leak corner

slight play in lower steering column bush

Pass 19 May 2025 37,148 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 May 2025 37,147 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 May 2022 36,341 miles

Front suspension sub frames showing signs of corrosion

Fail 23 May 2022 36,341 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front suspension sub frames showing signs of corrosion

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 36,059 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2020 35,996 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front slight bind on brake

Pass 14 Feb 2019 35,707 miles

all underbody undersealed

battery light on dashboard

Fail 14 Feb 2019 35,707 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

all underbody undersealed

battery light on dashboard

Pass 7 Nov 2017 35,141 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 May 2015 30,901 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 33,901 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 2 May 2014 29,131 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 28,060 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 26,899 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

nearside front fog in-op

radiator leak

Fail 22 Feb 2012 26,899 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

nearside front fog in-op

radiator leak

Pass 21 Feb 2011 25,491 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 23,110 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 20,399 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 17,014 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 17,014 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 13,941 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 13,408 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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G207 DPC is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G207 DPC, 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 G207 DPC registered?

G207 DPC is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 10 November 1989.

Is G207 DPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G207 DPC shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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