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S555 TVR

1998 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,793 mi
Last recorded40,793 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS555 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 40,793 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 39,782 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 38,291 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 36,263 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 33,828 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 29,755 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 29,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 29,563 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 29,053 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 28,517 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 28,517 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 28,102 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 26,385 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 24,548 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 24,254 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 23,660 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 22,578 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 20,619 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 20,618 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Offside Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 18,896 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 15,942 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Rear disc inner surfaces in poor condition

Pass 3 Apr 2008 15,344 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

dampness around nearside rear hub assemble

Pass 1 Mar 2007 14,636 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

bopth rear tyre tread depths getting close to legal limit

nearside rear hub slightly damp

Pass 28 Feb 2006 12,887 miles

all brake disc's rusty on inside face.

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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S555 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S555 TVR, 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.

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What year was S555 TVR registered?

S555 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 2 September 1998.

Is S555 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S555 TVR shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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