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TVR Griffith

Red · Petrol · 1992 · 3,948 cc

K56 SUSMOT history

K56 SUS is a red petrol TVR Griffith first used on 5 Oct 1992. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 56,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
56,044 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K56 SUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Griffith
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
5 Oct 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K56 SUS was last recorded at 56,044 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,792 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
252 miles
Average per year
674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,044 miles
  • 2025 – 55,792 miles
  • 2024 – 55,604 miles
  • 2023 – 55,548 miles
  • 2022 – 55,538 miles
  • 2021 – 55,351 miles
  • 2020 – 55,130 miles
  • 2019 – 54,513 miles
  • 2018 – 51,911 miles
  • 2017 – 51,547 miles
  • 2016 – 51,345 miles
  • 2014 – 50,997 miles
  • 2013 – 49,857 miles
  • 2012 – 49,102 miles
  • 2011 – 48,394 miles
  • 2010 – 47,717 miles
  • 2009 – 46,481 miles
  • 2008 – 45,017 miles
  • 2007 – 44,041 miles
  • 2005 – 42,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,044 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,044 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    56,044 miles
    Test number
    158157537949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,792 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    55,792 miles
    Test number
    625012372983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass55,604 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    55,604 miles
    Test number
    767506059485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail55,591 miles (+43)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,591 miles
    Test number
    221552318407
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  5. Pass55,548 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    55,548 miles
    Test number
    872975323578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,538 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    55,538 miles
    Test number
    584312709483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,351 miles (+221)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,351 miles
    Test number
    966945630837
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySome steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

  8. Pass55,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,130 miles
    Test number
    420371650228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,130 miles (+617)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,130 miles
    Test number
    678649474551
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass54,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,513 miles
    Test number
    100376603062
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail54,509 miles (+2,598)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,509 miles
    Test number
    516089706271
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine possible oil filter housing area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass51,911 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    51,911 miles
    Test number
    422686973193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail51,910 miles (+363)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,910 miles
    Test number
    817024112552
    • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts stater motor loom on steering column shaft (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  14. Pass51,547 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,547 miles
    Test number
    175756162334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,345 miles
    Test number
    827845822275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,345 miles (+348)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,345 miles
    Test number
    306598020081
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

  17. Pass50,997 miles (+1,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,997 miles
    Test number
    207379184285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass49,857 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,857 miles
    Test number
    459512993144
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail49,805 miles (+703)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,805 miles
    Test number
    826160353125
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass49,102 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,102 miles
    Test number
    127382652187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,394 miles (+677)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,394 miles
    Test number
    436550111198
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs pitted on inside
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteFuel pipe perished at fuel pump

  22. Pass47,717 miles (+1,236)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,717 miles
    Test number
    771843720162
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteC.O = ADITIVE = QUICK CURE

  23. Pass46,481 miles (+1,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,481 miles
    Test number
    410165029174
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass45,017 miles (+16)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,017 miles
    Test number
    170079198424
    • NoteFRON BONNET LOCK ?

  25. Fail45,001 miles (+960)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,001 miles
    Test number
    632593698076
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteFRON BONNET LOCK ?

  26. Pass44,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,041 miles
    Test number
    533352207132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail44,041 miles (+1,823)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,041 miles
    Test number
    841915697051
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass42,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    42,218 miles
    Test number
    442426785233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K56 SUS

Does K56 SUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K56 SUS is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K56 SUS?
The MOT on K56 SUS is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K56 SUS done?
K56 SUS was recorded at 56,044 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 674 miles a year.
Has K56 SUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K56 SUS has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on K56 SUS 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 K56 SUS find?
K56 SUS passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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