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NSV 454

1992 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,566 mi
Last recorded55,566 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 1992 Tvr Griffith52,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSV 454
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 55,566 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 54,617 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 51,387 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 51,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 51,113 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 50,734 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 50,307 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 50,025 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 49,384 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 48,508 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 47,588 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

exhaust mount bracket cracked

Pass 13 Aug 2013 47,588 miles

exhaust mount bracket cracked

Pass 23 Jun 2012 46,590 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2011 46,268 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 45,446 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 45,361 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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)

Fail 17 Nov 2007 44,928 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 44,928 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 44,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2006 44,308 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres are bald on inner edge 205/55/15

both rear tyres are perished 225/50/16

offside front tie rod is worn

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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NSV 454 is a 1992 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NSV 454, 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.

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What year was NSV 454 registered?

NSV 454 is a 1992 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is NSV 454 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSV 454 shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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