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G83 XPL

1989 Tvr 280 S

Grey Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,539 mi
Last recorded72,539 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG83 XPL
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 72,539 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

emission quite close to upper limit

Pass 11 Mar 2025 70,399 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 69,040 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 68,225 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 67,651 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 67,178 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 67,178 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 66,956 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2019 66,344 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 65,616 miles

steering uj has a little play

Pass 18 Feb 2017 65,171 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 64,397 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 62,723 miles

black metal handle bonnet release-red plastic handle boot release

Pass 8 Feb 2014 61,290 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 60,297 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 59,957 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 58,777 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 54,999 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 54,999 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fail 20 Aug 2008 49,737 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 49,737 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 48,515 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 47,610 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 47,610 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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G83 XPL is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Grey with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G83 XPL, 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 G83 XPL registered?

G83 XPL is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G83 XPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G83 XPL shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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