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S788 RCF

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,922 mi
Last recorded27,922 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS788 RCF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 27,922 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 27,445 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 26,544 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 26,227 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 25,182 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 24,516 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 24,388 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 23,000 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 22,999 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 22,999 miles

Slight play in front wheel bearings.

Pass 22 May 2008 22,999 miles

All brake hose ferrules are corroded. Nearside steering rack gaitor has a small nick in it.

Pass 10 Mar 2007 22,434 miles

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing. Small knick in nearside steering rack gaitor.

Fail 6 Mar 2007 22,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing.

Small knick in nearside steering rack gaitor.

Pass 3 Mar 2006 22,039 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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S788 RCF is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S788 RCF, 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 S788 RCF registered?

S788 RCF is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 24 January 1999.

Is S788 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S788 RCF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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