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R543 ENP

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,437 mi
Last recorded21,437 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR543 ENP
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 21,437 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 21,426 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 21,424 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2015 21,303 miles

oil weap from both rear hubs

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 21,267 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 21,148 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 20,909 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 20,536 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 20,536 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 18,809 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 17,532 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 16,418 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 16,239 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 15,073 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 14,938 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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R543 ENP is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 R543 ENP, 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 R543 ENP registered?

R543 ENP is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R543 ENP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R543 ENP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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