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B849 TVR

1988 Tvr S2

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,918 mi
Last recorded70,918 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Tvr S238,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB849 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelS2
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 70,918 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 70,062 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 68,109 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 66,907 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2019 66,553 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 65,909 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 64,913 miles

Offside Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 26 Aug 2017 64,913 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 63,553 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 62,159 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 60,441 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 59,380 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 59,380 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 57,051 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 55,184 miles

slight play both front stearing arms

Pass 19 Aug 2010 54,125 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 52,309 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 52,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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B849 TVR is a 1988 Tvr S2 in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Tvr S2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 38,529 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B849 TVR, 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 38 years old, this Tvr S2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B849 TVR?

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What year was B849 TVR registered?

B849 TVR is a 1988 Tvr S2, first registered on 23 June 1988.

Is B849 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B849 TVR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B849 TVR have outstanding finance?

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