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G441 CPK

1989 Tvr 280 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

58,670 mi
Last recorded58,670 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 1989 Tvr 280 S68,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG441 CPK
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2019 58,670 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 58,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 58,460 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 58,401 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 58,220 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 58,210 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2013 58,200 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 58,200 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 57,910 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 57,300 miles
Fail 31 May 2010 57,300 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 57,844 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 56,755 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 May 2007 55,917 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 55,206 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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G441 CPK is a 1989 Tvr 280 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 G441 CPK, 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 G441 CPK registered?

G441 CPK is a 1989 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 12 October 1989.

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