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N809 UPE

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,270 mi
Last recorded25,270 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN809 UPE
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 25,270 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 24,450 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,898 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

signs of corrosion on some suspension components & small chassis areas.

Fail 15 Jun 2016 23,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

signs of corrosion on some suspension components & small chassis areas.

Pass 26 May 2015 23,552 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 22,123 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 21,988 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 20,789 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 20,355 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 19,806 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 19,410 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 18,074 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 18,066 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 13,091 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 11,469 miles

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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N809 UPE is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N809 UPE, 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.

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What year was N809 UPE registered?

N809 UPE is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 29 June 1996.

Is N809 UPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N809 UPE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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