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J814 SPJ

1992 Tvr Griffith

Green Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,756 mi
Last recorded77,756 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Tvr Griffith52,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ814 SPJ
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 77,756 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2026 77,756 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 77,756 miles

Nearside Front 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 18 Jul 2024 77,678 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leaks from engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 77,678 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Handbrake reading low.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leaks from engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 77,272 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 76,713 miles

Nearside Front 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 14 Jul 2021 76,252 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 75,381 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 75,371 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective main beam lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 74,941 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 73,916 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 73,244 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 72,439 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 70,446 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 68,963 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 67,887 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 66,704 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 65,253 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 63,262 miles

Offside Lower Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 63,262 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 60,508 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 56,821 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 52,853 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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J814 SPJ is a 1992 Tvr Griffith in Green with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J814 SPJ, 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 J814 SPJ registered?

J814 SPJ is a 1992 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 22 June 1992.

Is J814 SPJ safe to buy?

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