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T166 ABK

1999 Tvr Griffith

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,037 mi
Last recorded45,037 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith38,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT166 ABK
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 45,037 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 44,801 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 44,431 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 43,829 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 42,396 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 41,250 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 39,933 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 38,937 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 37,412 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 36,305 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 35,000 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 33,534 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 33,534 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 30,609 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 29,280 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 26,420 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 23,872 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 23,872 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 22,240 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 22,240 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in rear tyre

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 20,441 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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T166 ABK is a 1999 Tvr Griffith in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T166 ABK, 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

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What year was T166 ABK registered?

T166 ABK is a 1999 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T166 ABK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T166 ABK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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