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R26 TVR

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

62,796 mi
Last recorded62,796 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 62,796 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 61,211 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 59,779 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 57,679 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 56,159 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 54,382 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 52,908 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 50,632 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 49,993 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 45,931 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 44,152 miles

hand brake only just meets required efficiency

Pass 2 Jul 2015 43,909 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 43,555 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 42,785 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 42,147 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 41,503 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 39,965 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 38,958 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 37,658 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 8 Jun 2007 35,563 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 32,788 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 32,788 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 TVR, 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 R26 TVR registered?

R26 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R26 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 TVR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R26 TVR have outstanding finance?

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