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N50 GFH

1996 Tvr Griffith

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

45,137 mi
Last recorded45,137 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith44,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN50 GFH
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 45,137 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 Jun 2026 45,122 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 44,933 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 44,189 miles

Coil spring corroded all four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all four shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 44,179 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 44,008 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 43,436 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 43,436 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 42,994 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering slightly tight

Fail 29 Aug 2018 42,978 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering slightly tight

Pass 3 Oct 2017 41,781 miles

Offside Lower Steering column universal joint slightly corroded but serviceable drop arm universal joints from bulkhead to steering rack (2.2.C.1d)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 41,015 miles

Front Oil leak Engine area

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 36,357 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 33,169 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 31,698 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 31,648 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 31,648 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 31,230 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 31,295 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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N50 GFH is a 1996 Tvr Griffith in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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

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 N50 GFH, 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.

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What year was N50 GFH registered?

N50 GFH is a 1996 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N50 GFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N50 GFH shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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