Tvr Griffith 500 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Tvr Griffith 500 reliable? We analysed 13,259 real MOT tests across 869 vehicles to find out.
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The Tvr Griffith 500 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp aim too high, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and steering rack gaiter split. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Tvr Griffith 500.
Tvr Griffith 500 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tvr Griffith 500. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tvr Griffith 500 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tvr Griffith 500 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tvr Griffith 500 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tvr Griffith 500 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tvr Griffith 500 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tvr Griffith 500 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tvr Griffith 500 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tvr Griffith 500 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 83 | 94.0% | 17,837 | 31,132 | 33,550 |
| 2002 | 324 | 85.8% | 16,734 | 23,182 | 36,398 |
| 2001 | 642 | 84.9% | 16,100 | 27,814 | 36,458 |
| 2000 | 600 | 87.5% | 23,691 | 33,368 | 47,528 |
| 1999 | 1,727 | 85.4% | 26,101 | 35,838 | 46,838 |
| 1998 | 1,964 | 83.0% | 25,232 | 36,352 | 49,500 |
| 1997 | 2,138 | 85.5% | 29,444 | 39,872 | 51,912 |
| 1996 | 2,134 | 83.9% | 35,891 | 48,766 | 63,757 |
| 1995 | 1,915 | 83.7% | 33,999 | 48,353 | 61,334 |
| 1994 | 1,197 | 83.1% | 28,824 | 44,958 | 58,537 |
| 1993 | 312 | 76.6% | 36,656 | 47,800 | 60,180 |
| 1992 | 158 | 74.7% | 40,876 | 46,534 | 63,161 |
How Long Does a Tvr Griffith 500 Last?
Based on 869 Tvr Griffith 500 vehicles on UK roads.
Tvr Griffith 500 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tvr Griffith 500 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Tvr Griffith 500
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.0% MOT pass rate from 83 tests
74.7% MOT pass rate from 158 tests
The best year to buy a used Tvr Griffith 500 is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.0% across 83 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tvr Griffith 500 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tvr Griffith 500 THIS CAR | 84.2% | 13,259 | 40,199 mi | 34 yrs |
| Tvr Chimaera | 81.6% | 74,906 | 48,330 mi | 33 yrs |
| Tvr Tuscan | 83.1% | 24,752 | 29,914 mi | 26 yrs |
| Tvr Cerbera | 79.1% | 15,904 | 39,424 mi | 30 yrs |
| Aprilia Caponord | 88.5% | 5,681 | 16,911 mi | 25 yrs |
Compared to the Tvr Chimaera (81.6% pass rate) and the Tvr Tuscan (83.1% pass rate), the Tvr Griffith 500 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Tvr Griffith 500Should you buy a used Tvr Griffith 500?
The Tvr Griffith 500 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.2% across 13,259 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Tvr Griffith 500 are headlamp aim too high (200 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (170), and steering rack gaiter split (130). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Tvr Griffith 500 owner drives around 751 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Tvr Griffith 500 models stay on UK roads for around 34 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.