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J17 ABB

1993 Tvr Griffith

Black Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

45,507 mi
Last recorded45,507 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Tvr Griffith51,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 ABB
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 45,507 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 42,130 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 40,105 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2023 40,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 39,293 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 37,055 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 35,781 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 34,791 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 33,767 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 32,560 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 32,560 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 31,527 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 31,077 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 30,256 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 30,248 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 29,384 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 29,384 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 28,374 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 28,286 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 27,072 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 2,675 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 2,675 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 May 2008 26,706 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

oil leak,corrosion to chassis/suspension arms,poss front shock weeping

Fail 15 May 2008 26,699 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

oil leak,corrosion to chassis/suspension arms,poss front shock weeping

Pass 23 May 2007 26,648 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 26,574 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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J17 ABB is a 1993 Tvr Griffith in Black with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 J17 ABB, 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 J17 ABB registered?

J17 ABB is a 1993 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is J17 ABB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J17 ABB shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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