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K893 VBV

1992 Tvr Griffith

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

101,718 mi
Last recorded101,718 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2022
Typical for 1992 Tvr Griffith52,728 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK893 VBV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2022 101,718 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 100,705 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 100,956 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 109,567 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 100,277 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 100,276 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2016 99,184 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 99,181 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 98,934 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 97,805 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Jul 2012 97,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 24 Feb 2011 95,937 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 95,937 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 90,796 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 88,463 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 86,328 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 82,947 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 79,891 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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K893 VBV is a 1992 Tvr Griffith in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 K893 VBV, 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 K893 VBV registered?

K893 VBV is a 1992 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 22 December 1992.

Is K893 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K893 VBV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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