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AXI 256

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

32,328 mi
Last recorded32,328 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAXI 256
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 32,328 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 May 2015 32,004 miles

Oil leak

drivers side washer not working

headlamps provide poor beam patterns & on lowest limits

Fail 11 May 2015 32,002 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

drivers side washer not working

headlamps provide poor beam patterns & on lowest limits

Pass 14 Mar 2013 31,924 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 31,500 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2010 30,515 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 29,423 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 28,711 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 25,884 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 26 May 2006 25,238 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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AXI 256 is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 39,872 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 AXI 256, 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 29 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 AXI 256 registered?

AXI 256 is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is AXI 256 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AXI 256 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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