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T644 FRU

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

67,617 mi
Last recorded67,617 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT644 FRU
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 67,617 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 67,289 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 67,284 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis/outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

slight oil leak from both rear hub oil seals

Pass 31 Oct 2023 67,094 miles

slight oil leak from both rear hub oil seals

Pass 21 Oct 2022 65,559 miles

both rear hub oil seals leaking

Pass 15 Oct 2021 63,880 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 63,529 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 63,051 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 62,178 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 60,276 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 59,915 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 59,453 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 59,448 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 58,473 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 55,885 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 54,097 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 49,715 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 47,915 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2009 44,883 miles

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

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 12 Sep 2009 44,883 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 19 Sep 2008 31,945 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 31,796 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 31,796 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 31,230 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 31,230 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 29,245 miles

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

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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T644 FRU is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T644 FRU, 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 T644 FRU?

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What year was T644 FRU registered?

T644 FRU is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 26 March 1999.

Is T644 FRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T644 FRU shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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