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M459 ARK

1994 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

36,407 mi
Last recorded36,407 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith48,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM459 ARK
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 36,407 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 35,888 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 35,733 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 35,733 miles

Nearside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 35,704 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 35,509 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 34,182 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 34,182 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 32,071 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 30,506 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 28,266 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 27,759 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 27,746 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 27,631 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 27,626 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 27,579 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 27,570 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 27,484 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 27,452 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 27,449 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 27,448 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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M459 ARK is a 1994 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1994 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 48,609 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 M459 ARK, 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 32 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 M459 ARK registered?

M459 ARK is a 1994 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 4 November 1994.

Is M459 ARK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M459 ARK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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