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P535 OJA

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,336 mi
Last recorded39,336 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP535 OJA
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 39,336 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 38,068 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 37,616 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 36,641 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 36,471 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 35,824 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 35,518 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 35,212 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 34,957 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 34,681 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 17 Sep 2013 34,536 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 34,173 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 33,690 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 32,843 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 31,230 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 30,530 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 30,388 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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P535 OJA is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 P535 OJA, 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 P535 OJA?

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What year was P535 OJA registered?

P535 OJA is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P535 OJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P535 OJA shows 17 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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