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LRA 387

1992 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

66,377 mi
Last recorded66,377 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Tvr Griffith52,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRA 387
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 66,377 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 65,580 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2024 65,580 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 65,432 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 64,761 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 64,309 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 64,258 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2020 63,806 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 62,962 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 62,500 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 62,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 61,824 miles

parking brake lever operation tight

Pass 22 Jul 2016 61,376 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 61,029 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both front brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 9 Jul 2014 60,711 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a missing flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 60,711 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 60,178 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 60,178 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 60,178 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

no no plalte light

Pass 28 Nov 2011 60,096 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear brake discs inner faces pitted

nearside front brake disc inner face corroded.

slight free play at steering wheel.

Pass 15 Nov 2010 59,593 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 58,746 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 58,746 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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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LRA 387 is a 1992 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1992 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 52,728 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LRA 387, 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 34 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 LRA 387 registered?

LRA 387 is a 1992 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 24 June 1992.

Is LRA 387 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRA 387 shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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