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G21 RRF

1996 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

93,317 mi
Last recorded93,317 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Griffith 50048,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG21 RRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 93,317 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 92,375 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 91,211 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 89,054 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 85,085 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 82,470 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 81,472 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 77,239 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 74,783 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 71,603 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 67,214 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 64,257 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 58,118 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 53,528 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 47,551 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 41,303 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 37,961 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 37,184 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 35,828 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 33,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 33,387 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 31,583 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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G21 RRF is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 G21 RRF, 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 G21 RRF?

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What year was G21 RRF registered?

G21 RRF is a 1996 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is G21 RRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G21 RRF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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