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R264 JAR

1998 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,158 mi
Last recorded57,158 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR264 JAR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 57,158 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 55,999 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 54,747 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 52,789 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 50,695 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 50,485 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 50,264 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 50,010 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 49,656 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 49,205 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 48,757 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 48,551 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 47,347 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 46,299 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 44,582 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 40,848 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 36,636 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 36,636 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

O/S Driving light lens cracked but not holed.

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 33,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 32,436 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 32,436 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 30,818 miles

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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R264 JAR is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R264 JAR, 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 R264 JAR registered?

R264 JAR is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R264 JAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R264 JAR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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