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G356 EOX

1990 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,234 mi
Last recorded69,234 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG356 EOX
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 69,234 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 68,457 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 67,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 67,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 66,279 miles

corrosion to chassis/body mounts,suspension components,brake discs

Pass 6 Jul 2007 65,738 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 63,103 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 63,103 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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G356 EOX is a 1990 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G356 EOX, 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

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What year was G356 EOX registered?

G356 EOX is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 11 January 1990.

Is G356 EOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G356 EOX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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