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R170 WBK

1997 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,844 mi
Last recorded34,844 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith41,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR170 WBK
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 34,844 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 34,763 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 34,761 miles

Emissions not tested over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Sep 2015 34,751 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 34,529 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 34,128 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2012 33,546 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 33,086 miles

oil leak on rear axle

space frame showing sings of corrosion

Pass 17 Aug 2010 32,784 miles

all frame work and suspenion arms starting to rust

both rear tyres starting to wear low

oil leak

Fail 9 Aug 2010 32,761 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

offside front track rod end needs renewing

Pass 29 Jul 2009 31,826 miles

rear brake pads worn thin

Pass 22 Jul 2008 31,356 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 30,541 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 30,027 miles

all rear drive shaft gaiters split.

How Reliable is the Tvr Griffith?

Based on 12,705 MOT tests across 876 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
876
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 162
Headlamp aim too high 145
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 122
Headlamp aim too low 121
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 111
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R170 WBK is a 1997 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 41,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Griffith fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R170 WBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Griffith typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Tvr Griffith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R170 WBK registered?

R170 WBK is a 1997 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is R170 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R170 WBK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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