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R455 TRV

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,739 mi
Last recorded53,739 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 TRV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 53,739 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 53,200 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 52,406 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 51,408 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 50,421 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 48,921 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 47,337 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 46,400 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 45,529 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 42,031 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 40,564 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 40,564 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 39,138 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 39,138 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 36,614 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 33,881 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 32,498 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 30,720 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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R455 TRV is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R455 TRV, 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 R455 TRV registered?

R455 TRV is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R455 TRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R455 TRV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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