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L898 HOP

1993 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,956 mi
Last recorded63,956 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 1993 Tvr Griffith 50047,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL898 HOP
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 63,956 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 63,955 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 63,294 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 63,291 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 63,291 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 62,101 miles

all brake discs worn

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 60,682 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 58,103 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 56,909 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 55,974 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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L898 HOP is a 1993 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 L898 HOP, 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

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What year was L898 HOP registered?

L898 HOP is a 1993 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 15 October 1993.

Is L898 HOP safe to buy?

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