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R738 EWV

1997 Tvr Griffith

Purple Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

47,979 mi
Last recorded47,979 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith41,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR738 EWV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 47,979 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both at 3mm inner (4.1.E.1)

Offside right hand indicator tail tell inop

Fail 8 Dec 2017 47,979 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both at 3mm inner (4.1.E.1)

Offside right hand indicator tail tell inop

Pass 23 Dec 2016 46,693 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 44,928 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 42,446 miles

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

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

slight wear to inner rack joints

Pass 29 Jun 2013 37,676 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 37,552 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 37,552 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2011 37,393 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 37,385 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 36,309 miles

off side front fog light lens cracked

slight dampness both rear hubs

slight dampness off side steering rack gaiter

Pass 2 Apr 2007 35,435 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 33,926 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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R738 EWV is a 1997 Tvr Griffith in Purple with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R738 EWV, 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.

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What year was R738 EWV registered?

R738 EWV is a 1997 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R738 EWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R738 EWV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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