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G682 MEO

1989 Tvr 280 S

Grey Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,389 mi
Last recorded98,389 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG682 MEO
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 98,389 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 98,038 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 97,660 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 97,348 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 97,270 miles

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

all chassie bar rusty

Fail 27 Aug 2015 97,223 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

all chassie bar rusty

Pass 2 May 2013 97,047 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 97,010 miles

steering lower bush slight play

Pass 20 Jun 2009 95,785 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 94,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2008 94,981 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 924,150 miles

Battery insecure

lower steeriung column bush has movement

off side wheel bearing is noisey

Fail 25 Apr 2007 914,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

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

both hand brake cables loose to rear drums.

lower steering column bush has movement

off side front wheel bearing is noisey

Pass 19 May 2006 93,395 miles

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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G682 MEO is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Grey with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1989 Tvr 280 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 68,422 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 G682 MEO, 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 37 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 G682 MEO registered?

G682 MEO is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G682 MEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G682 MEO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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