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M500 GRF

1994 Tvr Griffith 500

Silver Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

71,722 mi
Last recorded71,722 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith 50044,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 71,722 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 70,002 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 69,388 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 68,957 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 66,737 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 65,999 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 64,984 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 62,429 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 59,847 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 57,729 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 55,560 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 55,560 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 54,129 miles

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)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 54,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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 12 Sep 2013 52,591 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 52,590 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 49,669 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 47,399 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 44,939 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2006 42,050 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight blow from exhaust center section

Pass 22 Sep 2006 42,050 miles

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

slight blow from exhaust center section

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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M500 GRF is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500 in Silver with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 M500 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 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 M500 GRF?

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What year was M500 GRF registered?

M500 GRF is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 3 October 1994.

Is M500 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 GRF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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