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G23 FTH

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,839 mi
Last recorded64,839 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG23 FTH
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 64,839 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 64,378 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 63,165 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 61,472 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 59,438 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 58,534 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 58,173 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 57,416 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 56,370 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 56,105 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

n/s/f tyre worn close to the legal limit

oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2016 55,366 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges and perished

oil leak

oil leak from gearbox

Fail 3 Jun 2016 55,360 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

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

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

both front tyres worn on outer edges and perished

oil leak

oil leak from gearbox

rear brake disc's corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2015 55,174 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2014 53,616 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 53,586 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 49,553 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 47,299 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 45,864 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 44,162 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 44,162 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 40,412 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 40,412 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 36,363 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 30,306 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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G23 FTH is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G23 FTH, 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 G23 FTH?

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What year was G23 FTH registered?

G23 FTH is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 23 April 1999.

Is G23 FTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G23 FTH shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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