TVR Griffith 500 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the TVR Griffith 500. Check any Griffith 500 by registration number below.

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92.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.1%

vs TVR Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

TVR Griffith 500 — MOT Reliability Overview

The TVR Griffith 500 has an average MOT pass rate of 92.7%, which is 4.1 percentage points above the TVR brand average of 88.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Griffith 500 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used TVR Griffith 500, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the TVR Griffith 500 performs at MOT across different model years.

2002

Based on 55 vehicles

94.5%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.4%

2001

Based on 57 vehicles

89.5%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

12.9%

2000

Based on 71 vehicles

97.2%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1999

Based on 228 vehicles

90.8%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

9.6%

1998

Based on 266 vehicles

91.7%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

7.0%

1997

Based on 278 vehicles

93.5%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.5%

Retest Rate

5.9%

1996

Based on 287 vehicles

95.1%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.8%

1995

Based on 276 vehicles

89.1%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

6.1%

1994

Based on 130 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

8.8%

1993

Based on 35 vehicles

97.1%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

0

Based on 515 vehicles

91.7%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front

3.6%

Offside

1.8%

Nearside

1.8%

Other TVR Models

Compare MOT reliability across TVR models.

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91.2% pass rate

TVR 290 S

91.5% pass rate

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93.2% pass rate

TVR Chimaera

89.1% pass rate

TVR Tamora

85.4% pass rate

TVR 280 S

81.5% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for TVR Griffith 500

TVR Griffith 500 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the TVR Griffith 500 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the TVR Griffith 500?

The average MOT pass rate for the TVR Griffith 500 is 92.7% compared to the TVR average of 88.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a TVR Griffith 500?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the TVR Griffith 500 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 92.7%, the TVR Griffith 500 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a TVR Griffith 500?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a TVR Griffith 500?

Typical mileage for the TVR Griffith 500: 48,928 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Griffith 500 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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