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G409 VDL

1989 Tvr S2

Blue Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,849 mi
Last recorded60,849 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Tvr S264,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG409 VDL
MakeTvr
ModelS2
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 60,849 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 60,587 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 60,467 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 60,360 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 60,136 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 59,861 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 59,540 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 58,979 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 58,650 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 58,256 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 57,717 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 55,333 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 51,735 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 51,713 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 51,684 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside rear tyre inner edge runing close to suspension arm

Pass 7 Apr 2007 51,526 miles

Condition & wear to front brake discs

General corosion throughout underbody

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 51,428 miles

both front brake disc rusty

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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G409 VDL is a 1989 Tvr S2 in Blue with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G409 VDL, 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 G409 VDL registered?

G409 VDL is a 1989 Tvr S2, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G409 VDL safe to buy?

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