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R26 CDV

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Purple Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,762 mi
Last recorded29,762 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 CDV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 29,762 miles

Rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 9 May 2011 29,615 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 28,556 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 27,907 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 27,907 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 27,132 miles

brake pipe to the nearside front flexi-hose damaged,recommend attention.

nearside wiper blade smearing,recommend attention.

Pass 13 Apr 2006 24,620 miles

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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R26 CDV is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Purple with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R26 CDV, 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 R26 CDV registered?

R26 CDV is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is R26 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 CDV shows 7 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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