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R500 GDS

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,601 mi
Last recorded14,601 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 GDS
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 14,601 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking/perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking/perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 14,432 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2020 14,432 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2010 14,363 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,327 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 14,102 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 14,063 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 13,908 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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R500 GDS is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R500 GDS, 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

How do I check the history of R500 GDS?

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What year was R500 GDS registered?

R500 GDS is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R500 GDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 GDS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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