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M5 TVR

1994 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,157 mi
Last recorded33,157 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Tvr Griffith 50044,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 33,157 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 33,157 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps cleaned contacts (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 32,852 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 32,811 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 32,977 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 32,800 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 32,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 31,377 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 29,768 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 28,454 miles
Pass 19 May 2016
Pass 1 May 2015 27,762 miles
Pass 23 May 2014
Pass 24 May 2013 24,274 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 23,561 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 20,750 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 19,478 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 19,478 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 17,825 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 16,069 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 14,464 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 14,056 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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M5 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M5 TVR, 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 M5 TVR?

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What year was M5 TVR registered?

M5 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 20 August 1994.

Is M5 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 TVR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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