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P117 YDW

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,049 mi
Last recorded45,049 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP117 YDW
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2023 45,049 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 44,959 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 43,796 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 43,078 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both rear lamps (1.1.A.3f)

rack boots missing outer clips

screen washers weak

Pass 1 Aug 2016 39,440 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 38,417 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 34,219 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 5,962 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 32,190 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 32,105 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 31,728 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 30,847 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 28,978 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 28,048 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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P117 YDW is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P117 YDW, 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

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What year was P117 YDW registered?

P117 YDW is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 25 July 1997.

Is P117 YDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P117 YDW shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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