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R19 TVR

1997 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,023 mi
Last recorded38,023 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith41,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR19 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 38,023 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 37,806 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 37,584 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 37,348 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 36,844 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 36,333 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 35,526 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 35,020 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 34,451 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 34,451 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 34,074 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 32,244 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 31,675 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 31,414 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 31,002 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 30,569 miles

ns\f tyre wearing inner and outer edges

o\s\f tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Fail 21 Aug 2009 30,569 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

ns\f tyre wearing inner and outer edges

o\s\f tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 10 Sep 2008 30,294 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 30 Aug 2007 30,011 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 29,350 miles

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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R19 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R19 TVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R19 TVR registered?

R19 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R19 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R19 TVR shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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