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G66 GRF

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

39,884 mi
Last recorded39,884 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG66 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 39,884 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 38,599 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 37,850 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 37,672 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 37,636 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 36,884 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 36,531 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 36,336 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 35,811 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 35,809 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 34,917 miles

Rear Both hubs leaking oil.

Pass 27 Oct 2016 33,806 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 32,761 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 30,411 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 29,196 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 27,853 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 25,967 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 23,769 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 21,955 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 20,787 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 19,545 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 19,545 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 17,260 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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G66 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 G66 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

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What year was G66 GRF registered?

G66 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is G66 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G66 GRF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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