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J89 HFE

1992 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,207 mi
Last recorded101,207 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 1992 Tvr Griffith52,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ89 HFE
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 101,207 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 100,606 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 100,388 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 100,214 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 99,749 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 98,755 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 97,604 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 96,418 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 92,580 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 92,570 miles

Centre Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 26 Nov 2007 92,562 miles

Centre Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 86,333 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 86,333 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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J89 HFE is a 1992 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 J89 HFE, 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 J89 HFE registered?

J89 HFE is a 1992 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J89 HFE safe to buy?

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