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G637 BBY

1990 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,787 mi
Last recorded46,787 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG637 BBY
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 46,787 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 46,777 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 46,501 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 46,481 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 46,408 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 46,230 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 46,042 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 45,733 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 45,729 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 45,239 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 104,088 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Pass 13 May 2005 45,199 miles
Fail 12 May 2005 45,199 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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G637 BBY is a 1990 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 G637 BBY, 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.

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What year was G637 BBY registered?

G637 BBY is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 21 April 1990.

Is G637 BBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G637 BBY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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