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G26 GRF

1998 Tvr Griffith

Yellow Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,198 mi
Last recorded89,198 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG26 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 89,198 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 88,978 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 88,732 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 88,619 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 87,846 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 87,461 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 86,458 miles

Offside Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 86,458 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 85,396 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 83,510 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 79,851 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 78,590 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 May 2013 77,636 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 77,633 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

drive belt starting to frey

oil leak from engine

slight play in offside front anti roll bar link

Pass 21 Jul 2011 72,155 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 66,735 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 64,597 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 62,659 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 57,251 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 49,994 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play in steering rack

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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G26 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in Yellow with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 43,015 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 G26 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

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What year was G26 GRF registered?

G26 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is G26 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G26 GRF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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