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R766 HJV

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,939 mi
Last recorded12,939 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2009
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR766 HJV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2009 12,939 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 12,579 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 12,579 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 12,247 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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R766 HJV is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 36,352 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 R766 HJV, 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 28 years old, this Tvr Griffith 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R766 HJV registered?

R766 HJV is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 21 February 1998.

Is R766 HJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R766 HJV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R766 HJV have outstanding finance?

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