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J555 GRF

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,162 mi
Last recorded58,162 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 58,162 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 56,482 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 55,221 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 51,965 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 51,322 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 51,252 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 50,731 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 50,731 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 49,911 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 49,757 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 49,450 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 48,162 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 47,985 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 46,857 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 46,276 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 44,659 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 43,178 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 18 Mar 2009 41,818 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 41,818 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 39,193 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 36,754 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 35,457 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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J555 GRF 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 J555 GRF, 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 J555 GRF?

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What year was J555 GRF registered?

J555 GRF is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is J555 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J555 GRF 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.

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