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P8 TVR

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,978 mi
Last recorded29,978 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 29,978 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 29,978 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 29,960 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 29,674 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 29,260 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 29,080 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 28,540 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 28,540 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 27,867 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Sep 2009 27,183 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 26,701 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 26,148 miles

rear reg plate deteriorating

Pass 5 Sep 2006 25,448 miles

#6 plug lead very close to exhaust manifold

Fail 5 Sep 2006 25,448 miles

#6 plug lead very close to exhaust manifold

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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P8 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P8 TVR, 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 P8 TVR registered?

P8 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P8 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 TVR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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