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NSU 187

1994 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,997 mi
Last recorded89,997 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith48,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSU 187
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 89,997 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 89,983 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 89,863 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 89,794 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 88,439 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 87,480 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 84,551 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 83,233 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 83,185 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 82,948 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 82,948 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 82,511 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 81,601 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 80,774 miles

O/s seat mount is split on the fibreglass body But seat not insecure

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Wipers are smearing slightly

Fail 20 Aug 2013 80,774 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

O/s seat mount is split on the fibreglass body But seat not insecure

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Wipers are smearing slightly

Pass 4 Aug 2012 80,451 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 79,157 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 78,050 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 71,774 miles

ALL TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 65,748 miles

small amount of play in steering rack

Pass 9 Aug 2007 62,041 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front tyres wearing at inner edges

Pass 24 Jun 2006 54,665 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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NSU 187 is a 1994 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NSU 187, 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

How do I check the history of NSU 187?

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What year was NSU 187 registered?

NSU 187 is a 1994 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 22 April 1994.

Is NSU 187 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSU 187 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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