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S995 JCK

1998 Tvr Griffith

White Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

32,147 mi
Last recorded32,147 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS995 JCK
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 32,147 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 31,232 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 29,993 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 28,600 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 26,787 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 26,591 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 26,093 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 25,668 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 25,385 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 24,996 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 24,994 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 24,684 miles

both rear tyres slightly perashed / cracking

slight corrsion starting all 4 corners of the chassie on top of the tubes

Pass 20 May 2014 24,250 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 24,084 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 23,523 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Near side rear drive shaft inner & outer CV gaiters no longer preventing the ingress of dirt

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 23,523 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Near side rear drive shaft inner & outer CV gaiters no longer preventing the ingress of dirt

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 23,218 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 22,040 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 22,038 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 21,121 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 21,120 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

heavy cracking to both front & nearside rear tyres

offside rear hub damp ( oil )

slight corrosion to offside front tubular outrigger

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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S995 JCK is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in White with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S995 JCK, 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 S995 JCK registered?

S995 JCK is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S995 JCK safe to buy?

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