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H828 CFV

1991 Tvr 290 S

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

55,529 mi
Last recorded55,529 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Tvr 290 S63,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH828 CFV
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 55,529 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 55,341 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 54,907 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 54,791 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 54,395 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 54,233 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 53,941 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 53,801 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 53,272 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 52,812 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 52,763 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 52,637 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 52,073 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 52,019 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 51,621 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 50,644 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 50,623 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Fail 19 Sep 2008 50,622 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 50,115 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 46,959 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr 290 S?

Based on 4,357 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
606
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
315
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 61
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 60
position lamp(s) not working 57
position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 54
fog lamp not working 53
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H828 CFV is a 1991 Tvr 290 S in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1991 Tvr 290 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 63,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr 290 S fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H828 CFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr 290 S typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Tvr 290 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H828 CFV registered?

H828 CFV is a 1991 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 8 May 1991.

Is H828 CFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H828 CFV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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