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P733 PCR

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

66,693 mi
Last recorded66,693 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP733 PCR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 66,693 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 66,328 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 65,644 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 65,644 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 65,143 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 64,487 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 64,228 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 63,948 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 63,639 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 62,862 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 61,908 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 60,617 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 59,567 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 59,549 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 58,060 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 58,018 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 58,018 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 58,018 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 58,018 miles

Poor Screen Washer Spray

Pass 14 Aug 2007 56,952 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 54,061 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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P733 PCR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P733 PCR, 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.

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What year was P733 PCR registered?

P733 PCR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P733 PCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P733 PCR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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