Tvr Griffith Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Tvr Griffith reliable? We analysed 12,705 real MOT tests across 876 vehicles to find out.
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The Tvr Griffith is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, headlamp aim too high and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Tvr Griffith.
Tvr Griffith Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tvr Griffith. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tvr Griffith MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tvr Griffith to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tvr Griffith Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tvr Griffith fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tvr Griffith Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tvr Griffith owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tvr Griffith MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tvr Griffith year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 170 | 91.2% | 14,866 | 18,696 | 23,988 |
| 2001 | 294 | 87.1% | 25,182 | 36,124 | 43,935 |
| 2000 | 323 | 87.0% | 16,385 | 26,183 | 44,627 |
| 1999 | 810 | 85.3% | 27,816 | 38,302 | 48,487 |
| 1998 | 1,273 | 84.0% | 27,794 | 43,015 | 56,224 |
| 1997 | 905 | 85.2% | 29,738 | 41,860 | 57,414 |
| 1996 | 1,148 | 85.5% | 31,464 | 44,439 | 57,000 |
| 1995 | 785 | 83.2% | 32,604 | 45,152 | 59,530 |
| 1994 | 910 | 80.7% | 32,714 | 48,609 | 61,033 |
| 1993 | 489 | 79.6% | 35,812 | 51,109 | 65,810 |
| 1992 | 5,351 | 83.6% | 38,998 | 52,728 | 68,829 |
How Long Does a Tvr Griffith Last?
Based on 876 Tvr Griffith vehicles on UK roads.
Tvr Griffith Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tvr Griffith MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Tvr Griffith
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.2% MOT pass rate from 170 tests
79.6% MOT pass rate from 489 tests
The best year to buy a used Tvr Griffith is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.2% across 170 tests. The 1993 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tvr Griffith Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tvr Griffith THIS CAR | 83.8% | 12,705 | 46,545 mi | 34 yrs |
| Tvr Chimaera | 81.6% | 74,906 | 48,330 mi | 33 yrs |
| Tvr Tuscan | 83.1% | 24,752 | 29,914 mi | 26 yrs |
| Tvr Cerbera | 79.1% | 15,904 | 39,424 mi | 30 yrs |
| Yamaha Wr 250 F | 81.3% | 5,473 | 3,102 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Tvr Chimaera (81.6% pass rate) and the Tvr Tuscan (83.1% pass rate), the Tvr Griffith outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Tvr GriffithShould you buy a used Tvr Griffith?
The Tvr Griffith has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.8% across 12,705 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Tvr Griffith are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (162 recorded failures), headlamp aim too high (145), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (122). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Tvr Griffith owner drives around 663 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Tvr Griffith models stay on UK roads for around 34 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.