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H107 GLN

1991 Tvr 290 S

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

112,766 mi
Last recorded112,766 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 1991 Tvr 290 S63,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH107 GLN
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2015 112,766 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 112,641 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 112,342 miles

slight play/wear in steering rack

Pass 12 Jan 2012 111,712 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 111,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 111,177 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 106,199 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 106,193 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 92,821 miles

O/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 1 Feb 2008 80,721 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 69,420 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 69,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 60,502 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr 290 S?

Based on 4,357 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
606
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
315
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 61
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 60
position lamp(s) not working 57
position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 54
fog lamp not working 53
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H107 GLN is a 1991 Tvr 290 S in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1991 Tvr 290 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 63,398 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 290 S fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H107 GLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr 290 S typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Tvr 290 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H107 GLN registered?

H107 GLN is a 1991 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 6 February 1991.

Is H107 GLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H107 GLN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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