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P555 GRF

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,515 mi
Last recorded1,515 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP555 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2021 1,515 miles

All of the tyres are over 10 years old

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 1,300 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 1,070 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 977 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 838 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 427 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 13 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 217,444 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 20,669 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 19,818 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 18,895 miles

1.Slight play in steering rack

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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P555 GRF is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 P555 GRF, 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 P555 GRF?

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What year was P555 GRF registered?

P555 GRF is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P555 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P555 GRF shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P555 GRF have outstanding finance?

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