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MVS 305

1963 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,774 mi
Last recorded4,774 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVS 305
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 4,774 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 4,763 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 4,760 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 4,754 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 4,561 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 4,539 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 4,437 miles

Slight play in offside front track rod

Pass 15 Apr 2011 4,330 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 3,944 miles

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

slight play in offside front track rod

Fail 15 Apr 2010 3,940 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

slight play in offside front track rod

Pass 29 May 2007 3,626 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 3,623 miles

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 3,471 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 3,471 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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MVS 305 is a 1963 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MVS 305, 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 63 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 MVS 305 registered?

MVS 305 is a 1963 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 31 December 1963.

Is MVS 305 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVS 305 shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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