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R261 PGF

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,340 mi
Last recorded28,340 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 PGF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 28,340 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 28,315 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 28,217 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 28,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 28,020 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 27,864 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 27,864 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 27,738 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 27,738 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)

Pass 4 May 2016 27,050 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 27,050 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 26,405 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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R261 PGF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R261 PGF, 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.

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What year was R261 PGF registered?

R261 PGF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R261 PGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 PGF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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