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L118 BFV

1994 Tvr Griffith 500

Pink Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,426 mi
Last recorded111,426 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith 50044,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL118 BFV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1994
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 111,426 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 111,426 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2022 111,426 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 111,426 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 111,426 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 111,014 miles

noise from engine when hot

water leak from engine.

Pass 6 Jun 2006 110,687 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

bad oil leak from oil pressure switch

How Reliable is the Tvr Griffith 500?

Based on 13,259 MOT tests across 869 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
751
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 200
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 170
Steering rack gaiter split 130
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 126
Headlamp aim too low 113
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L118 BFV is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500 in Pink with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1994 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 44,958 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 500 fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L118 BFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Griffith 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Tvr Griffith 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L118 BFV registered?

L118 BFV is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 24 May 1994.

Is L118 BFV safe to buy?

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