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M500 RED

1995 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,829 mi
Last recorded18,829 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Griffith45,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 RED
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 18,829 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 18,823 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 17,762 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 17,107 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 16,065 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 14,974 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 14,624 miles

Offside front tyre starting to go out of shape on inner edge

Oil leak

Oil leak at rear diff

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Slight oil leak at both rear hubs

Wipers fail to self park

Pass 1 Aug 2008 14,555 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 1 Aug 2008 14,555 miles

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

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Jul 2007 14,261 miles

REAR NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS SLIGHTLY DULL.

REAR TYRES WEARING SLIGHTLY AT INNER EDGES.

Pass 29 Jul 2006 13,847 miles

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

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

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 RED is a 1995 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 45,152 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M500 RED, 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 31 years old, this Tvr Griffith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M500 RED?

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What year was M500 RED registered?

M500 RED is a 1995 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 3 June 1995.

Is M500 RED safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 RED shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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