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P707 ADV

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Yellow Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

60,973 mi
Last recorded60,973 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP707 ADV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 60,973 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 60,166 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 56,432 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 53,445 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 51,090 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 50,408 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 49,653 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 48,925 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 48,039 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 47,504 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 46,923 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 46,314 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 45,665 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 44,170 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 42,656 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 39,813 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 39,813 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 37,943 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 37,915 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 37,459 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

both frtont tyres worn on iner edges

o/s/f head light slightly low

Pass 30 Aug 2006 36,683 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 36,679 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 36,558 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P707 ADV is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 in Yellow with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 48,766 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 P707 ADV, 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 30 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 P707 ADV?

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What year was P707 ADV registered?

P707 ADV is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P707 ADV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P707 ADV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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