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P787 TFH

1996 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

47,279 mi
Last recorded47,279 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith44,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP787 TFH
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 47,279 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front, Middle and Rear Outriggers - Light Surface Corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front, Middle and Rear Outriggers - Light Surface Corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 46,777 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 46,185 miles

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

slight oil from rear dif

Pass 17 Nov 2022 46,182 miles

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

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

Vehicle too low for roller brake test

Pass 1 Dec 2021 45,883 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive and rear dif also (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 45,329 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 44,872 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 44,216 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 43,313 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 42,245 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 41,578 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 41,578 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 40,466 miles

all tyres wearing on inner/outer edges.

slight weeping from steering rack.

Pass 29 Oct 2013 39,167 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2012 38,404 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 36,733 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 34,620 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 33,381 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 32,226 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 30,900 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 30,900 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2006 26,545 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 27,548 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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P787 TFH is a 1996 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P787 TFH, 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 P787 TFH registered?

P787 TFH is a 1996 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 27 September 1996.

Is P787 TFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P787 TFH shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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