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L5 TRE

1993 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,473 mi
Last recorded77,473 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Tvr Griffith51,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 TRE
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 77,473 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 76,677 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 75,682 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 75,679 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 75,679 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 75,341 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 75,230 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 73,852 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 77,073 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 71,073 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 68,629 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2013 68,290 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 68,138 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 67,802 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 67,317 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 66,806 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 65,219 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 62,616 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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L5 TRE is a 1993 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1993 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 51,109 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L5 TRE, 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 33 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 L5 TRE registered?

L5 TRE is a 1993 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 19 August 1993.

Is L5 TRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 TRE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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