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V500 GRF

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

46,490 mi
Last recorded46,490 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV500 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 46,490 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 44,800 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 43,052 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 39,973 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 37,674 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 35,302 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 33,478 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 31,410 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 27,274 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 26,063 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 25,886 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 25,490 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 25,489 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2011 24,839 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 24,839 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 24,690 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 24,145 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

rear reg light dull

Pass 26 Oct 2006 23,784 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 23,767 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)

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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V500 GRF is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 V500 GRF, 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

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What year was V500 GRF registered?

V500 GRF is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V500 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V500 GRF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V500 GRF have outstanding finance?

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