MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,365 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside rear wheel bearing noisy
Oil leak ()
Rear foot and handbrake out of balance. Repair or adjustment required
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
o/s rear wheel bearing slightly noisey
play in n/s st rack end
Offside Rear Radius arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front indicator lens damaged
Offside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisey
Oil leaks onto exhaust
Play in nearside steering rack end
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Tvr 280 S?
Based on 1,805 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KXI 7978 is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Grey with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.
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 KXI 7978, 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.
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What year was KXI 7978 registered?
KXI 7978 is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 10 November 1989.
Is KXI 7978 safe to buy?
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