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R954 LWY

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,074 mi
Last recorded41,074 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR954 LWY
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 41,074 miles

Wipers run slow

Pass 24 Jun 2025 40,510 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 40,085 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 39,465 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 39,264 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 May 2021 38,690 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 38,261 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 37,839 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 37,839 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2015 36,217 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 33,887 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 33,060 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 32,603 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 31,935 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 30,956 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 29,334 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 14 May 2009 29,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 May 2008 28,089 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 27,648 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 25,898 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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R954 LWY is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R954 LWY, 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 R954 LWY registered?

R954 LWY is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R954 LWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R954 LWY shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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