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L253 EFX

1993 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,285 mi
Last recorded17,285 miles
Recorded on8 May 2007
Typical for 1993 Tvr Griffith 50047,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL253 EFX
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2007 17,285 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

play in nearside of rack

Pass 2 May 2006 8,839 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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L253 EFX is a 1993 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 47,800 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 L253 EFX, 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 33 years old, this Tvr Griffith 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L253 EFX?

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What year was L253 EFX registered?

L253 EFX is a 1993 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 15 October 1993.

Is L253 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L253 EFX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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