1987 TVR 280I Convertable 2.8L Petrol · ADN 1T

The 1987 TVR 280i Convertible presents a stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 20 April 2023 at 69,763 miles passed with no defects recorded, matching the clean result from 21 April 2022 at the same mileage. No recurring mechanical or structural faults appear across the available history, and the vehicle currently holds a valid pass with no outstanding advisories. Recorded mileage stands at 69,763 against an approximate 39-year lifespan, equating to roughly 1,789 miles per year. The odometer read 69,022 at the 15 April 2016 test and 68,856 at the March 2015 pass, then showed no movement between 2022 and 2023. A six-year gap separates the 2016 and 2022 tests, indicating the car spent long periods stationary or off the road. Such low, static mileage suggests light use but raises the usual concerns around aged rubber, seized components, and corrosion from standing rather than wear from driving. The only failure on record occurred on 19 March 2015 at 68,856 miles, when the tester rejected the car for an offside rear fog lamp not working. The owner rectified this the same day and secured a pass, which points to a minor electrical fault rather than neglected upkeep. No suspension bushes, brake discs, coil springs, or structural integrity issues were ever flagged. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection focused on structural rust, perished suspension bushes, and binding calipers given the age and dormancy. Verify the fog lamp circuit remains sound and check tyres, wiper blades, and exhaust emissions for degradation from infrequent use. The clean MOT trail implies careful storage, but paper passes do not certify a 39-year-old chassis free of hidden corrosion.