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N887 BEG

1996 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,575 mi
Last recorded45,575 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith44,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN887 BEG
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 45,575 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 45,503 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 45,340 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Unable to confirm numberplate light correct operation but lights can be seen working from boot. benefit given

Pass 9 Nov 2022 45,281 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 45,223 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 45,183 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 45,183 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 45,119 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

Slight leak from steering pinion seal

Fail 21 Sep 2017 45,119 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

Slight leak from steering pinion seal

Pass 17 Aug 2016 44,932 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 44,822 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 44,612 miles

Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake discs rusted inner faces

Pass 28 May 2014 43,865 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 43,123 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 43,088 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 42,655 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 42,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 41,182 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 38,633 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 37,464 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 36,431 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 31,469 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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N887 BEG is a 1996 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N887 BEG, 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 N887 BEG registered?

N887 BEG is a 1996 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N887 BEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N887 BEG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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