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S605 NGC

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Yellow Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,293 mi
Last recorded37,293 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS605 NGC
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 37,293 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 37,255 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 37,156 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 36,897 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 36,681 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 36,157 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 35,846 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 35,754 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 35,328 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 33,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 33,791 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 33,632 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 33,217 miles

oil leak

Pass 2 Dec 2013 32,728 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 32,728 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

tread on both rear tyres close to wear bars

Fail 27 Nov 2013 32,717 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2012 30,700 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 28,223 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 24,367 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 24,044 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 23,881 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 23,414 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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S605 NGC is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Yellow with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 S605 NGC, 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 S605 NGC?

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What year was S605 NGC registered?

S605 NGC is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S605 NGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S605 NGC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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