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F675 DWX

1989 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

63,238 mi
Last recorded63,238 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF675 DWX
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 63,238 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 63,206 miles

Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 63,204 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 62,774 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 62,636 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 62,636 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 62,021 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 62,021 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Fail 17 Aug 2009 62,015 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 61,156 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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F675 DWX is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F675 DWX, 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 F675 DWX registered?

F675 DWX is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 9 June 1989.

Is F675 DWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F675 DWX shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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