CarVerify

Free Car Check

G962 WBY

1989 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2933cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

119,999 mi
Last recorded119,999 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Tvr
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG962 WBY
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 119,999 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 118,377 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 117,210 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 116,347 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 114,017 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 111,736 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 108,722 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 106,111 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 106,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Steering pivot point has slight play steering shaft u/J (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 103,600 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 100,329 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 98,069 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 96,475 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 94,753 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 89,193 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 84,753 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 82,240 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 82,240 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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
Full Tvr 280 S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G962 WBY is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G962 WBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G962 WBY?

You can check the full history of G962 WBY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G962 WBY registered?

G962 WBY is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G962 WBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G962 WBY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G962 WBY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G962 WBY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.