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L500 MRK

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

137,633 mi
Last recorded137,633 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL500 MRK
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 137,633 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 136,195 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 132,259 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 129,536 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 127,871 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 126,656 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 122,793 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 118,972 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 116,911 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 110,409 miles

play in upper steering column bush

slight seapage from power steering

Pass 14 Jul 2014 107,309 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 May 2013 100,629 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 16 May 2013 100,629 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 99,798 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 94,063 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 86,000 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 86,000 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 80,210 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 73,643 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 73,643 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 66,344 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 58,001 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 50,302 miles

advise .all suspension arms and radus arms subject to surface rust

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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L500 MRK is a 1996 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 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 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 L500 MRK, 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 L500 MRK?

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What year was L500 MRK registered?

L500 MRK is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is L500 MRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L500 MRK 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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