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R56 SBD

1997 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,146 mi
Last recorded43,146 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith41,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 SBD
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 43,146 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 41,199 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 40,840 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 40,840 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 40,475 miles

general surface rust on chassis outer rails

Fail 24 May 2012 40,450 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

general surface rust on chassis

Pass 27 May 2011 40,182 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 39,346 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 35,960 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 31,952 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 30,026 miles

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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R56 SBD is a 1997 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R56 SBD, 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

How do I check the history of R56 SBD?

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What year was R56 SBD registered?

R56 SBD is a 1997 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R56 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 SBD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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