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R5 GRF

1998 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

19,783 mi
Last recorded19,783 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 19,783 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 19,720 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 19,720 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 19,591 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 19,464 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 19,398 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 18,969 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 18,889 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 18,815 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 18,701 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 18,602 miles

both front tyres beginning to perish

Fail 31 May 2016 18,585 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear anchor (5.2.6)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside out rigger corroded

fuel lines perished

offside rear outer drive shaft gaitor split

Pass 8 Sep 2014 17,681 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 16,443 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 Sep 2012 15,102 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 12,811 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 11,384 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 9,415 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

driveshaft gaiters split

pump to filter hose starting to perish

Pass 23 Jun 2008 7,133 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 6,389 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 May 2006 5,938 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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R5 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in Red 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 R5 GRF, 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 R5 GRF registered?

R5 GRF is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R5 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 GRF 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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