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TVR Griffith

Grey · Petrol · 1992 · 3,948 cc

K40 GRFMOT history

K40 GRF is a grey petrol TVR Griffith first used on 7 Dec 1992. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 36,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2026
Mileage
36,008 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 GRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Griffith
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
7 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 GRF was last recorded at 36,008 miles on 16 Jun 2025, 179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,829 miles · 5 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
179 miles
Average per year
226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,008 miles
  • 2022 – 35,829 miles
  • 2021 – 35,427 miles
  • 2019 – 35,417 miles
  • 2016 – 35,127 miles
  • 2015 – 34,445 miles
  • 2014 – 34,080 miles
  • 2013 – 33,315 miles
  • 2011 – 33,305 miles
  • 2010 – 32,511 miles
  • 2008 – 32,283 miles
  • 2007 – 32,154 miles
  • 2006 – 31,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,008 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,008 miles (+179)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    36,008 miles
    Test number
    700232024590
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass35,829 miles (+402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    35,829 miles
    Test number
    904128571517
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass35,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    35,427 miles
    Test number
    927992011695
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail35,427 miles (+10)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,427 miles
    Test number
    204194354291
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass35,417 miles (+290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    35,417 miles
    Test number
    341029145939
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount missing

  6. Pass35,127 miles (+682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    35,127 miles
    Test number
    937452892210
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySlight blow from centre exhaust
    • AdvisoryUpper front suspension arms corroded

  7. Pass34,445 miles (+365)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,445 miles
    Test number
    847311125176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass34,080 miles (+765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,080 miles
    Test number
    866395784110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass33,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,315 miles
    Test number
    977623273123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail33,315 miles (+10)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,315 miles
    Test number
    295502973453
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass33,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,305 miles
    Test number
    215849381115
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail33,305 miles (+794)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,305 miles
    Test number
    678749681163
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass32,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    32,511 miles
    Test number
    422660130112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,511 miles (+228)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,511 miles
    Test number
    232227720188
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass32,283 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,283 miles
    Test number
    950411778192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,154 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,154 miles
    Test number
    133078877154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,153 miles (+427)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,153 miles
    Test number
    280916877402
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteScrew in osf tyre

  18. Pass31,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,726 miles
    Test number
    320999496159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail31,728 miles6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,728 miles
    Test number
    960619796133
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about K40 GRF

Does K40 GRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 GRF expired on 15 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 GRF?
The MOT on K40 GRF expired on 15 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 GRF done?
K40 GRF was recorded at 36,008 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2025, an average of 226 miles a year.
Has K40 GRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 GRF has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on K40 GRF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K40 GRF find?
K40 GRF passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2025 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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