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P3 TVR

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,566 mi
Last recorded64,566 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP3 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 64,566 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 64,331 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 63,436 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 62,841 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2015 62,366 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 60,866 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 60,866 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 60,802 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 57,257 miles

advise both rear tyres worn close to min.

Pass 25 Aug 2006 55,063 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 55,049 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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P3 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P3 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 P3 TVR?

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What year was P3 TVR registered?

P3 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is P3 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P3 TVR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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