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B43 TVR

2001 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

15,430 mi
Last recorded15,430 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Griffith 50027,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB43 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 15,430 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 15,283 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 15,090 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 14,897 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 14,751 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 14,430 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 14,193 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

steering universal joint rusty

Pass 4 May 2018 14,097 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 13,962 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 13,763 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 13,588 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front chassis rusting both sides

slight freying on drivers seatbelt

Pass 14 Feb 2014 13,455 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 13,308 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 12,876 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 12,874 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 12,596 miles

n/s/f top wishbone slightly damage and corroding

o/s wiper slightly smeary

Pass 13 Apr 2010 12,348 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 12,348 miles

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 11,524 miles

bonnet won't lock down

Pass 12 Apr 2008 10,194 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 9,200 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 8,581 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 8,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

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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B43 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 27,814 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 B43 TVR, 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 25 years old, this Tvr Griffith 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B43 TVR registered?

B43 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is B43 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B43 TVR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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