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G933 GRP

1990 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

54,702 mi
Last recorded54,702 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG933 GRP
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 54,702 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 54,302 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 54,118 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 53,661 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 53,524 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 53,023 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 82,017 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 82,017 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides, no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both sides, intermittent hid lamps fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 81,881 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 81,879 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 81,764 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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G933 GRP is a 1990 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 G933 GRP, 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

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What year was G933 GRP registered?

G933 GRP is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 27 February 1990.

Is G933 GRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G933 GRP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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