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P38 SNO

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

38,495 mi
Last recorded38,495 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP38 SNO
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 38,495 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 36,450 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 34,132 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 31,136 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 30,493 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 28,911 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 28,488 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 27,825 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 27,082 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 26,602 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 25,880 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 24,902 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 24,190 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 23,414 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 22,658 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 22,076 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 21,150 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 20,272 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 19,194 miles

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

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 19,194 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 18,484 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 18,150 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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P38 SNO is a 1997 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 95.5%.

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 P38 SNO, 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 P38 SNO registered?

P38 SNO is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P38 SNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P38 SNO shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P38 SNO have outstanding finance?

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