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L229 SHK

1994 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,481 mi
Last recorded87,481 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith 50044,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL229 SHK
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 May 2025 87,481 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 87,461 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 87,430 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 87,401 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 86,904 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 85,493 miles

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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L229 SHK is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L229 SHK, 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 L229 SHK registered?

L229 SHK is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 17 February 1994.

Is L229 SHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L229 SHK shows 6 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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