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M500 JWH

1994 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

93,763 mi
Last recorded93,763 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith48,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 JWH
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 93,763 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2025 88,327 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 88,319 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 83,047 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 79,270 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2023 79,270 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 74,836 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 70,642 miles

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

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 70,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020

Fuel hose chafing Fuel filter out let rubber hose starting to perish (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019

handbrake tell tale inop

Fail 8 May 2019

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

handbrake tell tale inop

Pass 14 May 2018
Pass 7 Jul 2017
Pass 13 May 2014 59,356 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2012 59,157 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2011 58,901 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 58,052 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 57,347 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 May 2007 56,290 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 54,539 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Griffith?

Based on 12,705 MOT tests across 876 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
876
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 162
Headlamp aim too high 145
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 122
Headlamp aim too low 121
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 111
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M500 JWH is a 1994 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1994 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 48,609 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Griffith fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M500 JWH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Griffith typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Tvr Griffith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M500 JWH registered?

M500 JWH is a 1994 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 14 September 1994.

Is M500 JWH safe to buy?

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