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M357 VAU

1994 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

46,798 mi
Last recorded46,798 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith 50044,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM357 VAU
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 46,798 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 46,741 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023
Pass 17 Oct 2022
Pass 20 Oct 2021
Pass 8 Oct 2020
Pass 14 Oct 2019
Pass 11 Oct 2018
Pass 11 Oct 2017
Pass 22 Sep 2016
Pass 1 Oct 2015
Pass 17 Sep 2014
Fail 17 Sep 2014

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2013
Pass 6 Sep 2012

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2011

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2010
Fail 6 Aug 2009 32,616 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 32,616 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 32,483 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 32,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 30,881 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 30,221 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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M357 VAU is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1994 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 44,958 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 M357 VAU, 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 32 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 M357 VAU?

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What year was M357 VAU registered?

M357 VAU is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 24 September 1994.

Is M357 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M357 VAU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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