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R500 GRF

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,220 mi
Last recorded62,220 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 62,220 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 59,228 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 57,866 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 54,181 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 51,193 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 50,487 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 48,985 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 48,263 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 47,189 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 47,188 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 44,455 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 43,352 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear thin on inner edges

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

lower steering shaft universal joint has slight free play

Pass 6 Jan 2014 42,114 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 19 Nov 2012 40,002 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 38,455 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 35,377 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 32,530 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 30,634 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 28,177 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 28,177 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2006 26,248 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 26,247 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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R500 GRF is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R500 GRF, 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

How do I check the history of R500 GRF?

You can check the full history of R500 GRF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R500 GRF registered?

R500 GRF is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R500 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 GRF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R500 GRF have outstanding finance?

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