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TVR 3X

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

65,667 mi
Last recorded65,667 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 3X
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 65,667 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 64,271 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 62,886 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 61,159 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 61,159 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 59,144 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 57,416 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 54,717 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 51,972 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 50,375 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 50,375 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 50,375 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 49,452 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 49,003 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 48,453 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 48,428 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 48,258 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 47,514 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 47,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 45,552 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 45,552 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 43,396 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 38,298 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 32,684 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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TVR 3X is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 35,838 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 500 fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVR 3X, 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 27 years old, this Tvr Griffith 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVR 3X?

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What year was TVR 3X registered?

TVR 3X is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is TVR 3X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 3X shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVR 3X have outstanding finance?

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