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R773 FOW

1997 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,785 mi
Last recorded52,785 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Griffith 50039,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR773 FOW
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 52,785 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 52,156 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 51,894 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 50,351 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 49,632 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 48,650 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 47,328 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 46,117 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 44,210 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 42,679 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 41,808 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 39,900 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 37,765 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 35,604 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 30,125 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 27,863 miles

Rear No plate insecure.

Slight twist in o/s/f flexible hose.

Fail 18 Apr 2011 27,863 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear No plate insecure.

Slight twist in o/s/f flexible hose.

Pass 30 Mar 2010 25,335 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 22,722 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 21,920 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 21,895 miles

Centre Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2006 20,999 miles

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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R773 FOW 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 90.9%.

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 R773 FOW, 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 R773 FOW registered?

R773 FOW is a 1997 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is R773 FOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R773 FOW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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