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G500 FAB

1993 Tvr Griffith

Orange Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

36,897 mi
Last recorded36,897 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1993 Tvr Griffith51,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG500 FAB
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1993
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 36,897 miles

crack in windscreen

Pass 7 Jun 2022 35,263 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 288 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Aug 2020 195 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 125 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 125 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative All hazards stuck in permanent on (4.4.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 5,500 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 5,500 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 31,614 miles

Central Rear view mirror insecure

Fail 1 Nov 2017 31,614 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Central Rear view mirror insecure

Pass 13 Apr 2015 30,996 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 30,965 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 30,331 miles
Fail 30 May 2011 30,322 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 28,774 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 28,674 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Feb 2007 27,213 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

both rear brake discs corroded

n/s headlight aim on minimum spec

n/s/r cv gaiter slight weap

play/wear in steering column

Pass 6 Feb 2007 27,213 miles

both rear brake discs corroded

n/s headlight aim on minimum spec

n/s/r cv gaiter slight weap

play/wear in steering column

Pass 11 Feb 2006 25,528 miles

n/s/f upper ball joint boot split

o/s/r tyre on limit

oil leak from diff

play at top steering column bush

slight ware in wiper rack

Fail 9 Feb 2006 25,528 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

n/s/f upper ball joint gater split

o/s/r tyre on legal limit

oil leak rear diff

slight ware in wiper rack

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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G500 FAB is a 1993 Tvr Griffith in Orange with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1993 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 51,109 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 G500 FAB, 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 33 years old, this Tvr Griffith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G500 FAB registered?

G500 FAB is a 1993 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 3 September 1993.

Is G500 FAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G500 FAB shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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