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L30 TVR

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,250 mi
Last recorded46,250 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL30 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 46,250 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 45,233 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 44,296 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 43,468 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 42,477 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 41,346 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 40,235 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 38,933 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 37,900 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 37,121 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 36,979 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 35,666 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 33,778 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 32,991 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 30,942 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 28,177 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 23,190 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 22,956 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 22,592 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 22,160 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 21,417 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 20,697 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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L30 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L30 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 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 L30 TVR?

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What year was L30 TVR registered?

L30 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is L30 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L30 TVR shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L30 TVR have outstanding finance?

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