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R815 KGN

1998 Tvr Griffith 500

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,017 mi
Last recorded60,017 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Tvr Griffith 50036,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR815 KGN
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2011 60,017 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 60,017 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 58,068 miles

n/s/f brake hose close to top arm

Fail 25 Sep 2008 51,681 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 51,681 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 47,894 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 47,894 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 37,648 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 36,467 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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R815 KGN is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R815 KGN, 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

How do I check the history of R815 KGN?

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What year was R815 KGN registered?

R815 KGN is a 1998 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R815 KGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R815 KGN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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