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G821 CPB

1989 Tvr S2

Green Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,876 mi
Last recorded62,876 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Tvr S264,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG821 CPB
MakeTvr
ModelS2
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 62,876 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 61,713 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 60,879 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear BRAKE LOW EFFORT

Pass 14 Mar 2023 60,645 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Mar 2023 60,645 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 60,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 60,079 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 58,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 57,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 57,458 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 57,325 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 57,064 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 56,724 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 56,598 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 56,580 miles

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 56,023 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 55,346 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 55,346 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 54,195 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 53,885 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 52,499 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 52,448 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 51,336 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 50,122 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 48,600 miles

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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G821 CPB is a 1989 Tvr S2 in Green with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G821 CPB, 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

How do I check the history of G821 CPB?

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What year was G821 CPB registered?

G821 CPB is a 1989 Tvr S2, first registered on 25 August 1989.

Is G821 CPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G821 CPB shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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