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G299 HOS

1990 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,290 mi
Last recorded66,290 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG299 HOS
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 66,290 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Apr 2026 66,287 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2025 64,680 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 64,603 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 64,435 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 64,204 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 63,529 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 11 Feb 2021 63,529 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

engine oil leak

Fail 5 Aug 2020 63,516 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 62,767 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 59,656 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 55,270 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

slight play in off side front lower ball joint

Pass 13 May 2014 55,270 miles

slight play in off side front lower ball joint

Pass 9 May 2013 52,357 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

slight play in steering rack

Pass 4 May 2012 48,039 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 45,896 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 44,125 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 43,686 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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G299 HOS is a 1990 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1990 Tvr 280 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 68,806 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 G299 HOS, 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 36 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 G299 HOS registered?

G299 HOS is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G299 HOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G299 HOS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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