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AF51 TVR

2002 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,256 mi
Last recorded26,256 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Tvr Griffith 50023,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 26,256 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 24,338 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 24,089 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 23,403 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 23,314 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 22,025 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 20,316 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 20,093 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 19,801 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 19,682 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 19,412 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 19,369 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 19,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 19,092 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 16,659 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 19 Oct 2009 16,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 15,304 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 13,993 miles

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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AF51 TVR is a 2002 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 23,182 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 AF51 TVR, 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 24 years old, this Tvr Griffith 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF51 TVR registered?

AF51 TVR is a 2002 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is AF51 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 TVR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF51 TVR have outstanding finance?

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