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A1 SFU

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,575 mi
Last recorded67,575 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 SFU
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 67,575 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 67,217 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 66,910 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 66,407 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 65,619 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 65,001 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 64,167 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 63,478 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 63,473 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2017 62,814 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 59,875 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 59,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 58,039 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 56,373 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 51,245 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 49,829 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 49,712 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 44,596 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 40,239 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 34,259 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 28,284 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 28,284 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 27,237 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 27,237 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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A1 SFU 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 A1 SFU, 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

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What year was A1 SFU registered?

A1 SFU is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A1 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 SFU 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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