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G27 ALD

1990 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

71,264 mi
Last recorded71,264 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2011
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG27 ALD
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2011 71,264 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

nearside front and offside front discs are worn

Pass 22 May 2010 68,614 miles

nearside front steering arm has slight play in it

Pass 18 Apr 2009 66,298 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 66,241 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 May 2007 65,142 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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G27 ALD is a 1990 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G27 ALD, 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

How do I check the history of G27 ALD?

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What year was G27 ALD registered?

G27 ALD is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 16 February 1990.

Is G27 ALD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G27 ALD shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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