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N2 TVR

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

43,214 mi
Last recorded43,214 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN2 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 43,214 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 42,155 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 40,809 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 40,462 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 38,297 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 37,481 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 36,945 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 36,420 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 35,884 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 35,218 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 34,380 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 33,779 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 17 Mar 2014 33,779 miles

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

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 15 Mar 2013 33,143 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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 23 Mar 2012 32,237 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 31,516 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 30,519 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 28,545 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 27,942 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 26,172 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 24,135 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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N2 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 39,872 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 N2 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 29 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 N2 TVR?

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What year was N2 TVR registered?

N2 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is N2 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N2 TVR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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