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L16 TVR

1994 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

64,497 mi
Last recorded64,497 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith 50044,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL16 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 64,497 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 64,494 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 64,494 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 64,404 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 64,253 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 64,007 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 84,006 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 63,982 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 63,413 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 62,901 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 62,747 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 62,575 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 62,287 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 62,100 miles

Both front tyres have slight wear on their inner edges.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 May 2011 62,079 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 61,460 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 60,386 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 59,584 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 58,130 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 58,129 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 55,724 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 55,724 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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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L16 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L16 TVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L16 TVR registered?

L16 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 19 April 1994.

Is L16 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L16 TVR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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