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S50 OVB

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Purple Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,272 mi
Last recorded47,272 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS50 OVB
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 47,272 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 May 2024 47,263 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 46,618 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe from power steering pump (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 48,517 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 47,516 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis tubes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 45,577 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 45,107 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 44,951 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 44,555 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 43,527 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 40,725 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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S50 OVB is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Purple with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S50 OVB, 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

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What year was S50 OVB registered?

S50 OVB is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S50 OVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S50 OVB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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