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G330 HWR

1989 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,363 mi
Last recorded48,363 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG330 HWR
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 48,363 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 48,308 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2023 46,971 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 46,712 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 46,705 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 46,484 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 46,313 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 46,051 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2019 46,051 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

steering feels slightly tight in operation

Pass 12 Jun 2018 44,838 miles

Nearside Rear Inner driveshaft pin loose

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 44,442 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 43,429 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 43,429 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 43,033 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 42,715 miles

temp fuel cap fitted

Fail 3 Jun 2014 42,715 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2013 42,495 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres slightly perished

slight corossion to general areas under vehicle

Fail 27 Feb 2013 42,495 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres slightly perished

slight corossion to general areas under vehicle

Pass 27 Feb 2012 41,872 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 41,872 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 40,854 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 38,826 miles

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

corroded scabs and shaling to most of the key areas of the chassis,particularly around the suspension/body anchrage points

Fail 9 Dec 2009 38,799 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

corroded scabs and shaling to most of the key areas of the chassis,particularly around the suspension/body anchorage points

Pass 17 Dec 2008 37,872 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 37,868 miles

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 37,258 miles

shaling and surface corrosion to areas of the main tubular chassis and key suspension components etc

Pass 28 Nov 2006 36,375 miles

heavy shaling and surface corrosion to most of the main chassis

inbalance on front brakes

play in steering column lower bush

slight play in offside steering rack

slight play in steering column u/j

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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G330 HWR is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G330 HWR, 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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G330 HWR is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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