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S190 JLR

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,132 mi
Last recorded71,132 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS190 JLR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 71,132 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 71,006 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 70,989 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 70,447 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 69,549 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 67,698 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 65,111 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 65,111 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 61,999 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 59,039 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 55,581 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Oct 2014 55,581 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 54,827 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 52,973 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 51,399 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 50,300 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 48,547 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 47,260 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 45,830 miles

all rear driveshaft gaitors slit

Pass 11 Oct 2006 41,382 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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S190 JLR is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue 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 S190 JLR, 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 S190 JLR?

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What year was S190 JLR registered?

S190 JLR is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 20 October 1998.

Is S190 JLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S190 JLR 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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