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J500 TVR

1995 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,120 mi
Last recorded27,120 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Griffith 50048,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 27,120 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 26,953 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 26,276 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 25,951 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 25,853 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 25,815 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 25,812 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 25,796 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 25,726 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 25,627 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 25,574 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 25,445 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 25,387 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 25,168 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 24,971 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 24,724 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 24,304 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 23,748 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 22,940 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 16 Jun 2006 22,940 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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J500 TVR is a 1995 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 48,353 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 J500 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 31 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 J500 TVR?

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What year was J500 TVR registered?

J500 TVR is a 1995 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 23 March 1995.

Is J500 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J500 TVR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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