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829 GRF

1995 Tvr Griffith 500

Silver Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,971 mi
Last recorded64,971 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Griffith 50048,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration829 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 64,971 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2025 5,072 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 61,970 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 1,344 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 58,241 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 251 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 56,133 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 53,949 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 51,655 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 50,414 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 48,916 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 47,584 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 6 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 46,260 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2016 45,787 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 45,787 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 45,039 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 43,900 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 42,652 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2010 40,201 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 37,879 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 37,249 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 30,171 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 30,171 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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829 GRF is a 1995 Tvr Griffith 500 in Silver with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 48,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 829 GRF, 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 31 years old, this Tvr Griffith 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 829 GRF registered?

829 GRF is a 1995 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is 829 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 829 GRF shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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