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K8 GRF

1992 Tvr Griffith

Maroon Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1992 Tvr Griffith52,728 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2025
Fail 25 Sep 2025 48,903 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 47,312 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2023 44,478 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2022 42,456 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 65,882 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 65,882 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 65,877 miles

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

Steering column attachment defective uj (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 65,491 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 64,718 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 63,349 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2010 61,433 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2009
Pass 15 Aug 2008 54,546 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 54,546 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

This car needs a fuel modfication to the main supply pipe in the engine bay to prevent the fuel line coming off the fuel rail

Pass 5 Jun 2007 52,278 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 49,409 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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K8 GRF is a 1992 Tvr Griffith in Maroon with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 K8 GRF, 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 K8 GRF registered?

K8 GRF is a 1992 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 15 December 1992.

Is K8 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 GRF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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