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N401 XOH

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

40,766 mi
Last recorded40,766 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN401 XOH
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 40,766 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 40,721 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front power steering pipe rubbing on body but not leaking

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

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

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

Water pipe close to steering knuckle

Pass 6 Sep 2024 40,710 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 40,513 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 40,178 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 40,000 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 40,000 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 39,810 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 39,118 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 38,452 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 37,879 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 37,243 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 36,923 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 36,684 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 36,346 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 835,454 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 34,665 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 43,518 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 32,064 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 30,624 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 30,624 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 29,968 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 29,424 miles

number plate light missing

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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N401 XOH is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 N401 XOH, 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

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What year was N401 XOH registered?

N401 XOH is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 24 January 1996.

Is N401 XOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N401 XOH shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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