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G214 VRT

1989 Tvr S2

Blue Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests23 (12 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate52.2%

Mileage

71,542 mi
Last recorded71,542 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 1989 Tvr S264,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG214 VRT
MakeTvr
ModelS2
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

12 pass 11 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 71,542 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 71,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 71,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Aug 2017 71,494 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside paring brake has passed performance test but requires adjustment

aim adjusted on test

Pass 10 May 2016 71,261 miles

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has slight play column to rack (2.1.5)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 3 May 2016 71,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205-60-15 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has slight play column to rack (2.1.5)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 13 May 2015 71,043 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 5 May 2015 71,038 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 71,035 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2014 71,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 70,854 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 70,854 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 70,777 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 70,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 70,702 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 70,702 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 28 Jan 2010 69,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 69,790 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 64,908 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 64,908 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 63,571 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 63,571 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Dec 2005 60,430 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr S2?

Based on 2,988 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 65
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 49
position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 47
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G214 VRT is a 1989 Tvr S2 in Blue with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.2%.

Across all 1989 Tvr S2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 64,857 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 S2 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G214 VRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S2 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Tvr S2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G214 VRT registered?

G214 VRT is a 1989 Tvr S2, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G214 VRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G214 VRT shows 23 tests with a 52.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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