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OPU 90

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

35,481 mi
Last recorded35,481 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPU 90
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 35,481 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 34,777 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 33,780 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 33,069 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 33,045 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 33,037 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 32,892 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 32,739 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 32,730 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 32,573 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 32,547 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

corrosion appearing to outer chassis rails.

Pass 28 Aug 2013 32,248 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 31,833 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 31,337 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 30,852 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 30,217 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 29,273 miles

fluid leaking slightly from offside rear hub

Fail 7 Aug 2008 29,263 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

fluid leaking slightly from offside rear hub

Pass 16 Aug 2007 28,388 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 27,501 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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OPU 90 is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 OPU 90, 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 OPU 90?

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What year was OPU 90 registered?

OPU 90 is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 25 June 1999.

Is OPU 90 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPU 90 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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