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G24 FTH

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

54,365 mi
Last recorded54,365 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG24 FTH
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 54,365 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 52,226 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 50,233 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 49,730 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 49,730 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 49,126 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 48,828 miles

slight movement on n/s/f top wishbone bush

Fail 8 Jun 2018 48,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

slight movement on n/s/f top wishbone bush

Pass 4 Apr 2017 47,815 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2017 47,806 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 47,300 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 47,194 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 47,008 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 46,481 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 46,192 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 42,043 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 38,612 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 38,032 miles

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

both rear outer cv gaitors split

Pass 18 Apr 2008 38,032 miles

both rear outer cv gaitors split

Pass 24 Jan 2007 36,284 miles

nearside rear outer drive shaft boot split, all others poor condition

Pass 3 Mar 2006 35,756 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 35,745 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside main beam lens cracked.

Overall handbrake effort low.

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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G24 FTH is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 G24 FTH, 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 G24 FTH?

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What year was G24 FTH registered?

G24 FTH is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is G24 FTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G24 FTH shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G24 FTH have outstanding finance?

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