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G582 LWT

1990 Tvr 280 S

Grey Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,913 mi
Last recorded52,913 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG582 LWT
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 52,913 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 52,055 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 51,648 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 50,885 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 50,236 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 49,390 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 48,434 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 47,471 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 46,843 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 45,971 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 45,235 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 44,134 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 43,031 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 41,919 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 40,255 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 38,371 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 38,366 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2009 37,000 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 May 2008 37,100 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 37,000 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 37,078 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.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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G582 LWT is a 1990 Tvr 280 S in Grey with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G582 LWT, 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 G582 LWT?

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What year was G582 LWT registered?

G582 LWT is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G582 LWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G582 LWT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G582 LWT have outstanding finance?

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