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N861 GLL

1996 Tvr Griffith

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,492 mi
Last recorded39,492 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith44,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN861 GLL
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 39,492 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 39,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 39,359 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 39,206 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 39,085 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 38,849 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 38,559 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 38,356 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2020 38,356 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 37,635 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 37,635 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 37,158 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 35,457 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 33,419 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 33,135 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 32,302 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 31,858 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 31,096 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 30,188 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 28,982 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 26,101 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 23,112 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 21,662 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 20,265 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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N861 GLL is a 1996 Tvr Griffith in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N861 GLL, 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 N861 GLL registered?

N861 GLL is a 1996 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 6 January 1996.

Is N861 GLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N861 GLL shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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