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P826 VWX

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Yellow Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,530 mi
Last recorded47,530 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP826 VWX
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2014 47,530 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 46,999 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 46,457 miles

cracking between treads of both front tyres

Pass 8 Jun 2011 46,011 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 45,462 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 44,809 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 44,356 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 43,668 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 41,796 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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P826 VWX is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Yellow with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P826 VWX, 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

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What year was P826 VWX registered?

P826 VWX is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P826 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P826 VWX shows 9 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 P826 VWX have outstanding finance?

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