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J787 CNW

1992 Tvr 290 S

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

61,756 mi
Last recorded61,756 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 1992 Tvr 290 S54,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ787 CNW
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 61,756 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 58,018 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 53,391 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 51,236 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 46,953 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 46,939 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 46,922 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 44,399 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 44,017 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 43,579 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 43,019 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 42,991 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front indicator lens have cracked

nearside front foglamp lens cracked

nearside front seatbelt stalk would require re-fitting correctly

Pass 8 Jan 2008 42,894 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 42,842 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 42,812 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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J787 CNW is a 1992 Tvr 290 S in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1992 Tvr 290 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,947 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 J787 CNW, 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 34 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 J787 CNW registered?

J787 CNW is a 1992 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 15 January 1992.

Is J787 CNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J787 CNW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J787 CNW have outstanding finance?

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