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F225 RBL

1989 Tvr 280 S

Green Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,276 mi
Last recorded48,276 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF225 RBL
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 48,276 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 48,276 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both front manifolds. (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low both front. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 48,210 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 48,011 miles

Corrosion to brake master cylinder feed pipe union.

Fail 3 May 2019 48,006 miles

Offside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion to brake master cylinder feed pipe union.

Pass 16 May 2018 47,696 miles

Offside Rear Suspect hub seal leaking oil, not contaminating brake at time of test.

Fail 11 May 2018 47,692 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Brake balance only just met requirement.

Offside Rear Suspect hub seal leaking oil, not contaminating brake at time of test.

Pass 12 May 2017 47,451 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 47,289 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 47,159 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 46,999 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 46,688 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 46,295 miles

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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F225 RBL is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Green with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 F225 RBL, 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 F225 RBL registered?

F225 RBL is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 10 March 1989.

Is F225 RBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F225 RBL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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