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G9 FTH

1998 Tvr Griffith

Black Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

73,794 mi
Last recorded73,794 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith43,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 FTH
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2024 73,794 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 72,541 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 72,537 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear handbrake cable deteriorated

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 72,512 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 72,512 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 72,483 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 72,388 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 72,221 miles

Rear suspension components slightly corroded.

Pass 11 Jul 2014 71,956 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 71,698 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 71,184 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 70,010 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 68,064 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 65,037 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 60,789 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2007 56,190 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 51,050 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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G9 FTH is a 1998 Tvr Griffith in Black with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 G9 FTH, 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 G9 FTH registered?

G9 FTH is a 1998 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is G9 FTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G9 FTH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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