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B10 TVR

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Yellow Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

55,507 mi
Last recorded55,507 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB10 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 55,507 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 55,463 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 54,365 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 53,840 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Apr 2023 53,840 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 53,695 miles

faulty wiper stalk

Pass 2 Oct 2020 52,080 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 50,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 50,822 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 49,695 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 46,891 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 41,260 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 40,611 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 34,895 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 32,204 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 29,370 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 28,830 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 28,233 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 28,225 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 May 2009 27,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 27,375 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 24,016 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 17,619 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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B10 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Yellow with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B10 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 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 B10 TVR registered?

B10 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is B10 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B10 TVR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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