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G912 JAB

1990 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,816 mi
Last recorded65,816 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG912 JAB
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 65,816 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 65,529 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 64,890 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 63,702 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 63,303 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 62,624 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 62,320 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 62,084 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2017 61,889 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 61,590 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 61,547 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 60,579 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 58,723 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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G912 JAB 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 100%.

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 G912 JAB, 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 G912 JAB?

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What year was G912 JAB registered?

G912 JAB is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 25 March 1990.

Is G912 JAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G912 JAB shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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