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R596 DGV

1998 Tvr Griffith

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,228 mi
Last recorded30,228 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR596 DGV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 30,228 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2026 30,227 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 28,514 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 26,620 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 26,556 miles

Light Switches Poor

Pass 6 Aug 2021 26,376 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 26,159 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 25,929 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 25,924 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 May 2017 25,682 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2016 25,405 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 25,179 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2014 24,871 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 24,739 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 24,617 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 24,455 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 24,026 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 23,690 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 23,357 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 22,618 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 21,177 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

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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R596 DGV is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R596 DGV, 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 R596 DGV registered?

R596 DGV is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R596 DGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R596 DGV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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