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P969 VTY

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

85,008 mi
Last recorded85,008 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP969 VTY
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 85,008 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 83,912 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 83,912 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 82,171 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 80,640 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 78,973 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 76,864 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 74,796 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 72,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 69,112 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 65,519 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 63,217 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 63,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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P969 VTY is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P969 VTY, 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 P969 VTY registered?

P969 VTY is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P969 VTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P969 VTY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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