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SSU 371

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

54,591 mi
Last recorded54,591 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSU 371
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 54,591 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 51,478 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 49,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 45,819 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 45,819 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 43,936 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 41,832 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 40,323 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 37,626 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 36,561 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 34,471 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 34,126 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 33,784 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 33,049 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 32,265 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 31,406 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 30,000 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 28,845 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 28,232 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 27,021 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 25,866 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 24,229 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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SSU 371 is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 SSU 371, 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 SSU 371?

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What year was SSU 371 registered?

SSU 371 is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is SSU 371 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSU 371 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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