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N180 XTF

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,746 mi
Last recorded54,746 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN180 XTF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2008 54,746 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 54,746 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 52,593 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 50,860 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 50,860 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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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N180 XTF is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N180 XTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N180 XTF?

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What year was N180 XTF registered?

N180 XTF is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 20 January 1996.

Is N180 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N180 XTF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N180 XTF have outstanding finance?

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