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J500 GRF

1995 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,448 mi
Last recorded62,448 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Tvr Griffith45,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 62,448 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 61,320 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 60,485 miles

Slight oil leak from engine

Slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 1 May 2019 59,999 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 59,484 miles

small hole in ns rack gaiter

Fail 6 Apr 2017 59,484 miles

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

small hole in ns rack gaiter

Pass 3 Jul 2015 59,037 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 57,170 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 57,169 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 55,656 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 54,845 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 54,845 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 52,857 miles

nearside front lower wishbone brace bar corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2009 50,182 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 49,999 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 46,913 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Griffith?

Based on 12,705 MOT tests across 876 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
876
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 162
Headlamp aim too high 145
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 122
Headlamp aim too low 121
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 111
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J500 GRF is a 1995 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 45,152 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J500 GRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Griffith typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 31 years old, this Tvr Griffith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J500 GRF registered?

J500 GRF is a 1995 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 1 January 1995.

Is J500 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J500 GRF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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