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K553 KRA

1992 Tvr Griffith

Green Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,586 mi
Last recorded54,586 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Tvr Griffith52,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK553 KRA
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 54,586 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine, gearbox, differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 52,558 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE/GEARBOX/DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 52,552 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE/GEARBOX/DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 51,750 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 50,447 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 49,691 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Sep 2017 49,277 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 48,599 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 46,956 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 41,754 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 41,411 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 40,567 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 37,944 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 37,751 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 37,751 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 37,561 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 37,507 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 37,507 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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K553 KRA is a 1992 Tvr Griffith in Green with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 K553 KRA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K553 KRA registered?

K553 KRA is a 1992 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 22 December 1992.

Is K553 KRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K553 KRA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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