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F16 GRF

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,104 mi
Last recorded24,104 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF16 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 24,104 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 23,012 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 21,835 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 20,740 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 20,737 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 20,372 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 7,657 miles

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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F16 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 36,352 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 F16 GRF, 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 28 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 F16 GRF?

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What year was F16 GRF registered?

F16 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 14 February 1998.

Is F16 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F16 GRF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F16 GRF have outstanding finance?

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