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L20 CNP

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,171 mi
Last recorded44,171 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 CNP
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 44,171 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 40,368 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 39,004 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 37,677 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 36,844 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 36,670 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 36,451 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 36,305 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 36,216 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 36,136 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 35,917 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 35,839 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 35,732 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 35,313 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 35,313 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 35,076 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 35,076 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 34,727 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 34,433 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Pass 25 May 2007 34,433 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 33,853 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Griffith 500?

Based on 13,259 MOT tests across 869 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
751
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 200
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 170
Steering rack gaiter split 130
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 126
Headlamp aim too low 113
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L20 CNP is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 48,766 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Griffith 500 fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L20 CNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Griffith 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Tvr Griffith 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L20 CNP registered?

L20 CNP is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is L20 CNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L20 CNP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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