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M500 LTR

1995 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,832 mi
Last recorded62,832 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1995 Tvr Griffith 50048,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 LTR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 62,832 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 61,918 miles

Central Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 61,068 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 60,597 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2017 60,424 miles

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

general surface corrosion throughout chassis

Pass 16 May 2016 60,199 miles

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

chassis and suspension frame and components corroding throughout vehicle

Pass 11 Apr 2015 60,008 miles

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

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

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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

all suspension and hub and brake components generally corroding

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 3 May 2014 59,811 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2014 59,811 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 May 2013 59,385 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

both front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 5 May 2012 59,054 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 58,944 miles

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

some corrosion throughout spaceframe

some wear in rack

Pass 10 Apr 2010 58,412 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 57,757 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

light corrosion throughout chassis

rear brake hose unions corroding

slight wear in o/s of rack

Pass 18 Jun 2007 56,439 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 53,992 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 53,992 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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 LTR is a 1995 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 48,353 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 M500 LTR, 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 31 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 M500 LTR registered?

M500 LTR is a 1995 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M500 LTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 LTR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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