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S8 MJC

1998 Tvr Griffith

Turquoise Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,762 mi
Last recorded42,762 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 MJC
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 42,762 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 42,762 miles

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 41,755 miles

Headlamp aim on main beam is incorrect - only dip applies to test

slight play in steering rack at n/s

Pass 15 Nov 2023 40,578 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 39,487 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 38,536 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 37,666 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 36,073 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 34,581 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Pass 2 May 2017 32,337 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 32,215 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 28,119 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 28,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 26,675 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 26,123 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 25,577 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 24,509 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 24,507 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 24,223 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 23,420 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2005 22,742 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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S8 MJC is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in Turquoise with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S8 MJC, 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 S8 MJC registered?

S8 MJC is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S8 MJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 MJC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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