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P10 TVR

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Purple Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

41,696 mi
Last recorded41,696 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP10 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 41,696 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 41,443 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 41,194 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 41,114 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 40,896 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 40,826 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 40,619 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 40,425 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 40,321 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 40,142 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 39,974 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 39,854 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 39,765 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 39,400 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 38,906 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 38,830 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 May 2010 38,206 miles

n/s front driving lamp cracked

rear brake pads getting low n/s and o/s

Pass 22 May 2009 37,062 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 36,317 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 35,186 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 32,371 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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P10 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Purple 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 P10 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 P10 TVR?

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What year was P10 TVR registered?

P10 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P10 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P10 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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