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G214 YLH

1990 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

57,771 mi
Last recorded57,771 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG214 YLH
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 57,771 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 57,751 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking tank & level sensor (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced nearside & offside (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam nearside & offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating nearside & offside (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Front exhaust clamps loose

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 56,880 miles

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

underside of engine/gearbox oily

Fail 2 Jul 2019 56,880 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 56,036 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 56,036 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fail 25 May 2018 56,060 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount / inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2016 54,755 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 54,740 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 May 2015 53,804 miles

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

nearside & offside rear tyres perished

Pass 28 Mar 2014 52,771 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 52,767 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 52,225 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 52,225 miles

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

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

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 12 May 2010 52,203 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2010 52,203 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 49,802 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 49,264 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 49,264 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Nov 2005 48,708 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005 48,708 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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G214 YLH is a 1990 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 G214 YLH, 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.

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What year was G214 YLH registered?

G214 YLH is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G214 YLH safe to buy?

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