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R251 TPO

1997 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,480 mi
Last recorded84,480 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith41,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 TPO
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 May 2025 84,480 miles

Slight engine oil leak.

Pass 29 May 2024 84,240 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 84,001 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 83,766 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 83,250 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 83,004 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 82,757 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 82,217 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 81,165 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2015 80,509 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 80,000 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 77,952 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 76,140 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 72,787 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 70,234 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

front and rear brakes slightly out of balance

inner faces of front and rear brake discs corroded

oil leak

Pass 14 May 2008 68,297 miles

front and rear brake discs starting to corrode

oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2007 65,163 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 62,574 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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R251 TPO is a 1997 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R251 TPO, 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 R251 TPO registered?

R251 TPO is a 1997 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R251 TPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 TPO shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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