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L9 TVR

1994 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

69,534 mi
Last recorded69,534 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith 50044,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 69,534 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicators/hazards (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicators/hazards (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 30 Oct 2025 69,480 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicators/hazards (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicators/hazards (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 68,787 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 68,434 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 68,142 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 67,703 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 67,660 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 67,312 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 67,226 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 66,854 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 64,038 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 63,122 miles

Both rear hub oil seals weeping.

Pass 23 Sep 2015 59,899 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 59,100 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 55,535 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 53,689 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 28 Apr 2011 49,456 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 49,452 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 46,598 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 46,246 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 45,799 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 45,126 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 43,638 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.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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L9 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 L9 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 L9 TVR registered?

L9 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 14 January 1994.

Is L9 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L9 TVR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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