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G287 WPV

1989 Tvr S2

Green Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

61,212 mi
Last recorded61,212 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Tvr S264,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG287 WPV
MakeTvr
ModelS2
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 61,212 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 60,428 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2023 60,422 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2023 60,416 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 59,168 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 59,129 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 59,076 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 59,020 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 59,017 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

brake master cylinder and servo in poor condition

play in both rack ends

Pass 12 Jun 2018 58,881 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 58,881 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 58,882 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 58,881 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 58,881 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 58,881 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 May 2011 58,881 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 58,881 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 58,888 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 58,881 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 58,881 miles

slight play in steering rack more N/S/F

Pass 5 Jul 2007 58,881 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 58,881 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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G287 WPV is a 1989 Tvr S2 in Green with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G287 WPV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G287 WPV registered?

G287 WPV is a 1989 Tvr S2, first registered on 28 November 1989.

Is G287 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G287 WPV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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