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A15 VGS

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,542 mi
Last recorded62,542 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 VGS
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 62,542 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 61,844 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 61,556 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 60,942 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 59,793 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 59,051 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 58,228 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 56,377 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 53,733 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 52,391 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 52,391 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 51,138 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 49,844 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 47,667 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 46,032 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 46,032 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 44,523 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Chassic outrigers showing early signs of deteriation.

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front wheel bearing is slightly noisey.

Pass 15 Sep 2011 44,523 miles

Chassic outrigers showing early signs of deteriation.

Nearside front wheel bearing is slightly noisey.

Pass 6 Sep 2010 41,571 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 38,735 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 33,063 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 29,217 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 27,838 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2005 27,838 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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A15 VGS is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 48,766 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 500 fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 VGS, 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 30 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 A15 VGS?

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What year was A15 VGS registered?

A15 VGS is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A15 VGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 VGS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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