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TVR 623S

1989 Tvr 280 S

Green Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,669 mi
Last recorded21,669 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 623S
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 21,669 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2019 21,655 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2015 21,397 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 3 May 2013 20,126 miles

front headlamps just within measurements

wiper blades smearing slightly

Fail 3 May 2013 20,119 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 19,796 miles

corrosion starting in chassis

Pass 9 Aug 2007 18,894 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 17,723 miles

advise battery light stopping on.

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
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TVR 623S is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Green with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TVR 623S, 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

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What year was TVR 623S registered?

TVR 623S is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is TVR 623S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 623S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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