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R500 GFH

1997 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,340 mi
Last recorded70,340 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith41,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 GFH
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 70,340 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 69,072 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 65,917 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 65,901 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 63,899 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 62,351 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 62,256 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 61,650 miles

bad oil leaks

Fail 27 Sep 2016 61,647 miles

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

bad oil leaks

Pass 28 Sep 2015 60,920 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 58,223 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 56,182 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2012 52,711 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 50,200 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 50,200 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 48,926 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 48,746 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

genral corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 28 Jun 2010 48,746 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

genral corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 23 Apr 2009 48,105 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 47,550 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

genral corrosion to chassis

nearside wiper split on ends

Fail 13 Jul 2007 47,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

genral corrosion to chassis

nearside wiper split on ends

Pass 15 Dec 2005 43,598 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 43,598 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both rear inner and outer driveshaft gaiters split and leaking

n/s indicator repeater fading

n/s/r brake disc heavily corroded on inside

Fail 16 Nov 2005 43,514 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

All 4 rear driveshaft boots split

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R500 GFH is a 1997 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R500 GFH, 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 R500 GFH registered?

R500 GFH is a 1997 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R500 GFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 GFH shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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