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270 GEA

1999 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,191 mi
Last recorded58,191 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith38,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration270 GEA
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 58,191 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 56,591 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 51,574 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 51,035 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 50,337 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 48,567 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 44,006 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 43,971 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 41,154 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 40,242 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 39,488 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 39,488 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 38,276 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 37,646 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 36,505 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 35,479 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 34,477 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 32,841 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2007 30,773 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006
Fail 24 Apr 2006

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

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

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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270 GEA is a 1999 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 38,302 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 270 GEA, 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 27 years old, this Tvr Griffith is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 270 GEA registered?

270 GEA is a 1999 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is 270 GEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 270 GEA 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.

Does 270 GEA have outstanding finance?

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