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S8 RVT

1999 Tvr Griffith

Silver Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

53,383 mi
Last recorded53,383 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith38,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 RVT
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 53,383 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 52,812 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2024 52,812 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps back light not showing through plate (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 52,302 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 51,769 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 50,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Jul 2021 50,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 49,569 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (Borderline) (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Body mount corroded

Nearside Front aim on upper limit (borderline)

Pass 1 Aug 2019 48,487 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 48,487 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 48,170 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 47,148 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 46,968 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 46,968 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 44,618 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 43,593 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 43,543 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight movement n/s steering rack arm

Pass 17 May 2013 41,982 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s/f tyre smooth on outer edge

Pass 24 May 2012 39,035 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Jun 2011 36,607 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 36,607 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 32,089 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 30,023 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 13 Sep 2007 27,470 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 24,148 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 19,572 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Griffith?

Based on 12,705 MOT tests across 876 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
876
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 162
Headlamp aim too high 145
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 122
Headlamp aim too low 121
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 111
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S8 RVT is a 1999 Tvr Griffith in Silver with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1999 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 38,302 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S8 RVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Griffith typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 27 years old, this Tvr Griffith is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S8 RVT?

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What year was S8 RVT registered?

S8 RVT is a 1999 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S8 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 RVT shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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