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N291 HTP

1996 Tvr Griffith

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,641 mi
Last recorded26,641 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith44,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN291 HTP
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 26,641 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 25,894 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 25,392 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2020 24,844 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 23,704 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 22,965 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 22,965 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 21,968 miles

Rear number plate lights working not se throw number plate

Fail 29 Mar 2017 21,953 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear number plate lights working not se throw number plate

Pass 4 Apr 2016 20,611 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 20,557 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 20,359 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 20,005 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 19,514 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 18,400 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 16,775 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 16,649 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Griffith?

Based on 12,705 MOT tests across 876 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
876
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 162
Headlamp aim too high 145
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 122
Headlamp aim too low 121
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 111
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N291 HTP is a 1996 Tvr Griffith in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 44,439 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Griffith fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N291 HTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N291 HTP registered?

N291 HTP is a 1996 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 24 April 1996.

Is N291 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N291 HTP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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