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P254 MLF

1996 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,376 mi
Last recorded57,376 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith44,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP254 MLF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2024 57,376 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess chaffed and coroded (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 56,197 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

slight coolant leak

Pass 12 Feb 2022 55,275 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 53,291 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened general surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened general surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 52,482 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 52,067 miles

Oil leak both rear half shaft seals leaking ()

Pass 6 May 2016 50,247 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arms surface corrosion

Nearside Rear Half shaft seals weeping

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm surface corrosion

Offside Rear Half shaft seals weeping

Rear brake inner condition corroded

Wiper motor lazy

Pass 16 Mar 2015 49,205 miles

Oil leak

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

fuel filter body has surface corrosion

rear rubber fuel pipes will require repacment [old]

Pass 11 Oct 2013 46,985 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 45,600 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 43,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 39,870 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 38,674 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 31,956 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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P254 MLF is a 1996 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P254 MLF, 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 P254 MLF registered?

P254 MLF is a 1996 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 20 August 1996.

Is P254 MLF safe to buy?

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