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J779 CNW

1992 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

31,065 mi
Last recorded31,065 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Tvr Griffith52,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ779 CNW
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 31,065 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 31,062 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 30,774 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 30,774 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Earthing fault causing flickering when indicators operated. (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 22 May 2023 30,667 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 29,894 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 29,711 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 29,386 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 29,150 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 29,150 miles

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2017 29,149 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 22 May 2017 29,149 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 29,149 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 29,149 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 29,149 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2015 29,149 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 29,148 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 May 2013 29,148 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 29,148 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 29,148 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 28,992 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 28,992 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 28,487 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 28,487 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 27,747 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 27,744 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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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J779 CNW is a 1992 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 1992 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 52,728 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 J779 CNW, 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 34 years old, this Tvr Griffith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J779 CNW registered?

J779 CNW is a 1992 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 12 March 1992.

Is J779 CNW safe to buy?

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