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P394 JNN

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,750 mi
Last recorded72,750 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP394 JNN
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 72,750 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 71,939 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 71,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 71,200 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 70,080 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 69,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 69,127 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 68,439 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 68,430 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 67,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 67,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 66,155 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 65,603 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met 18%

Fail 7 Sep 2015 65,603 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Parking brake efficiency only just met 18%

Pass 27 Jun 2014 64,754 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 64,726 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 63,550 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 60,823 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 56,118 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 56,118 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 53,401 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2009 50,500 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 48,948 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 46,893 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Jun 2007 46,889 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

speedo dont work

Pass 7 Jun 2006 40,028 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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P394 JNN is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P394 JNN, 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 P394 JNN registered?

P394 JNN is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 3 March 1997.

Is P394 JNN safe to buy?

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