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TVR 848S

1992 Tvr Griffith

Silver Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

53,390 mi
Last recorded53,390 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Tvr Griffith52,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 848S
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 53,390 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 53,292 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 52,159 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 51,751 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 51,405 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 50,974 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 50,402 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 49,893 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 48,593 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 47,940 miles

Rear both rear tyres starting to get low

Pass 16 Mar 2016 47,313 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 46,388 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 45,460 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 44,401 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 43,689 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 42,917 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 26,735 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 38,831 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 36,889 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 36,857 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2007 32,302 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 29,959 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 May 2006 29,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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TVR 848S is a 1992 Tvr Griffith in Silver with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 TVR 848S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TVR 848S registered?

TVR 848S is a 1992 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 19 November 1992.

Is TVR 848S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 848S shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVR 848S have outstanding finance?

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