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R236 KSX

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,663 mi
Last recorded36,663 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR236 KSX
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 36,663 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 36,498 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 36,307 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 36,189 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 36,081 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 36,975 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 35,893 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 35,694 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 35,585 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 35,260 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 34,993 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 34,611 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 34,272 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 33,490 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 33,215 miles

slight damp on rear shockers

Pass 13 Jul 2010 32,771 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 32,395 miles

n/s/f wheel rim rubbing slightly on lower wishbone in full lock, rear diff seal weaping, sump on engine leaking

Pass 12 Jul 2008 31,707 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 30,714 miles

near side rear tyre down to legal limit

Pass 11 Jul 2006 28,998 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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R236 KSX is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R236 KSX, 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 R236 KSX registered?

R236 KSX is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R236 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R236 KSX shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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