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C3 BJT

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,182 mi
Last recorded27,182 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 BJT
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 27,182 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 27,100 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 27,037 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 26,907 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 26,715 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 26,184 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 26,040 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 25,827 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 25,421 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 25,216 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 24,880 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 24,275 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 24,190 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 24,185 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 24,139 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 24,139 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,006 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 23,604 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,194 miles

Slight oil leak from engine

Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,583 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 21,733 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 20,036 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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C3 BJT is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 C3 BJT, 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

How do I check the history of C3 BJT?

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What year was C3 BJT registered?

C3 BJT is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is C3 BJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 BJT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C3 BJT have outstanding finance?

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