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L444 OOK

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,562 mi
Last recorded76,562 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL444 OOK
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 76,562 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 76,562 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 75,989 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 75,110 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 74,926 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 74,091 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 74,085 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 72,013 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 68,590 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 66,947 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 66,947 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 65,934 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 64,910 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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L444 OOK is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L444 OOK, 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

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What year was L444 OOK registered?

L444 OOK is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is L444 OOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L444 OOK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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