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S996 JCK

1998 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

30,220 mi
Last recorded30,220 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS996 JCK
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 30,220 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort just met efficiency requirements

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,057 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 29,155 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 27,535 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 24,966 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 24,202 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 21,866 miles

Minor Engine Oil Leak

Nearside Bonnet Hinge Not Attached

Pass 14 Mar 2018 19,883 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 18,444 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 16,468 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 15,756 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 15,254 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 14,951 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 14,951 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 12,952 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 11,503 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 10,404 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 10,337 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 10,186 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 9,963 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 9,812 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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S996 JCK is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S996 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S996 JCK registered?

S996 JCK is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S996 JCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S996 JCK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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