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J987 MLT

1992 Tvr 290 S

Green Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,029 mi
Last recorded67,029 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 1992 Tvr 290 S54,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ987 MLT
MakeTvr
Model290 S
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 67,029 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 67,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2007 66,354 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 64,187 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 May 2005 61,430 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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J987 MLT is a 1992 Tvr 290 S in Green with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Tvr 290 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,947 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 J987 MLT, 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 34 years old, this Tvr 290 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J987 MLT?

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What year was J987 MLT registered?

J987 MLT is a 1992 Tvr 290 S, first registered on 16 March 1992.

Is J987 MLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J987 MLT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J987 MLT have outstanding finance?

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