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G911 UMW

1990 Tvr 280 S

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

99,081 mi
Last recorded99,081 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 1990 Tvr 280 S68,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG911 UMW
MakeTvr
Model280 S
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 99,081 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 99,056 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 98,979 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 98,979 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 5 Dec 2012 98,099 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 98,099 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 96,855 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 96,855 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

wiper linkage insecure

Pass 7 May 2008 96,278 miles

front to rear chassi light corosion n/s a o/s

slight play in steering rack

Fail 7 May 2008 96,278 miles

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

front to rear chassi light corosion n/s a o/s

slight play in steering rack

Pass 21 May 2007 92,295 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 92,295 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

lower steering columb slight play

Pass 17 May 2006 88,628 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 88,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

slight play in steering rack

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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G911 UMW is a 1990 Tvr 280 S in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 G911 UMW, 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 G911 UMW registered?

G911 UMW is a 1990 Tvr 280 S, first registered on 24 March 1990.

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