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JJP 16F

1990 Tvr S2

Grey Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

150,557 mi
Last recorded150,557 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Tvr S275,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJP 16F
MakeTvr
ModelS2
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc
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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Apr 2025 150,557 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at front of suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 150,449 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 150,449 miles

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 149,857 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 149,854 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 149,322 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 148,994 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 148,936 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 148,672 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 148,276 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2016 148,178 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 147,411 miles

offside front sealed beam corroded

slight play in nearside front rack

Pass 20 May 2014 146,599 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 146,599 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 May 2013 146,043 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 145,697 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 May 2011 144,740 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 144,740 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 143,662 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2009 141,785 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 140,190 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 140,190 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 137,681 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 135,209 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 135,209 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

off side rear shock absorber slightly leaking.

slight play in steering rack near side.

How Reliable is the Tvr S2?

Based on 2,988 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 65
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 49
position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 47
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JJP 16F is a 1990 Tvr S2 in Grey with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1990 Tvr S2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 75,013 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Tvr S2 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JJP 16F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S2 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Tvr S2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JJP 16F registered?

JJP 16F is a 1990 Tvr S2, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is JJP 16F safe to buy?

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