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N612 HLT

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,824 mi
Last recorded40,824 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN612 HLT
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 40,824 miles

All 4 tyres are 9 years of age.

Pass 26 Jul 2022 40,525 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion to outer chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion to outer chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 40,238 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019
Pass 12 Dec 2017 39,999 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 39,721 miles

both nearside tyres cracking

Fail 23 Nov 2016 39,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both nearside tyres cracking

Pass 12 Jun 2015 38,326 miles

nsf tyre small cracks on outer tread

Fail 11 Jun 2015 38,326 miles

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

nsf tyre small cracks on outer tread

Pass 15 May 2014 37,823 miles

nearside front tyre has a nail in tread

Fail 15 May 2014 37,823 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside front tyre has a nail in tread

Pass 2 Jul 2012 37,628 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 36,280 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 34,972 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 34,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 32,394 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 31,402 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 31,205 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 31,205 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 31,157 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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N612 HLT is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N612 HLT, 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 N612 HLT?

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What year was N612 HLT registered?

N612 HLT is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 11 March 1996.

Is N612 HLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N612 HLT shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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