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C23 GRF

1998 Tvr Griffith

Grey Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

68,161 mi
Last recorded68,161 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC23 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 68,161 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 67,621 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 65,663 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 64,511 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 62,221 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 61,257 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 60,744 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 60,744 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 60,418 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 60,418 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2017 55,494 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 55,283 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 55,249 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 54,711 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 53,564 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 52,722 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 51,182 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jul 2011 51,182 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jul 2010 49,878 miles

oil leaks,front brakes slight uneven

Fail 5 Jul 2010 49,878 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

oil leaks,front brakes slight uneven

Pass 16 May 2009 49,878 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

play in windscreen wiper arms\steering operation slightly stiff\corrosion development in suspension arm wishbones\surface corrosion in chassis

Pass 2 May 2008 49,878 miles

injury in windscreen

nsf tyre inner edge wear

slight play in frot anti rollbar links

Pass 28 Apr 2007 45,054 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2007 45,040 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

damage to windscreen

Pass 15 Dec 2005 44,684 miles

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

How Reliable is the Tvr Griffith?

Based on 12,705 MOT tests across 876 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
876
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 162
Headlamp aim too high 145
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 122
Headlamp aim too low 121
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 111
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C23 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in Grey with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1998 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 43,015 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Tvr Griffith fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C23 GRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Griffith typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Tvr Griffith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C23 GRF?

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What year was C23 GRF registered?

C23 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is C23 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C23 GRF shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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