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HX51 ESY

2001 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

41,335 mi
Last recorded41,335 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Griffith 50027,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 ESY
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 41,335 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear of pair (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear of pair (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 41,071 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 41,071 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 40,944 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 40,833 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 40,754 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 40,427 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 402,403 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 39,791 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 39,039 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 37,220 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 34,226 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 32,906 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 31,797 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 30,797 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 26,691 miles

temporary number plate light fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2007 22,216 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 14,418 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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HX51 ESY is a 2001 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 27,814 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 HX51 ESY, 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 25 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 HX51 ESY registered?

HX51 ESY is a 2001 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 13 November 2001.

Is HX51 ESY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX51 ESY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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