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TVR 11X

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Purple Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,999 mi
Last recorded40,999 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 11X
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 40,999 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 4,099 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Oil / grease all over from front to rear

Oil leak

o/s and n/s front brake hoses not routed properly

Pass 8 Mar 2012 39,979 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 39,637 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 39,637 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 38,502 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 37,351 miles

n/s of steering rack damp.

Pass 1 Mar 2008 36,828 miles

underside of n/s steering rack and steering pump damp.

Fail 9 Mar 2007 35,232 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 35,232 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 33,820 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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TVR 11X is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 in Purple with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 48,766 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 TVR 11X, 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 30 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 TVR 11X?

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What year was TVR 11X registered?

TVR 11X is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 26 October 1996.

Is TVR 11X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 11X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVR 11X have outstanding finance?

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