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N158 EWD

1995 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,905 mi
Last recorded31,905 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 1995 Tvr Griffith 50048,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN158 EWD
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 31,905 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 31,716 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 31,573 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 31,356 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 31,144 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 31,057 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 30,671 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 30,331 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 30,330 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 25 Feb 2013 29,883 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 29,883 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 29,574 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 28,976 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 28,149 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 27,648 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 26,499 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 22,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Both rear tyres getting low

Brake pedal operates rear fogs and rear fog switch operates brake lights

OSF tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 7 Oct 2006 22,916 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 22,916 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 22,168 miles

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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N158 EWD is a 1995 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 48,353 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 500 fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N158 EWD, 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 31 years old, this Tvr Griffith 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N158 EWD?

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What year was N158 EWD registered?

N158 EWD is a 1995 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 3 August 1995.

Is N158 EWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N158 EWD shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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