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T8 GRF

1999 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

43,425 mi
Last recorded43,425 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith 50035,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT8 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 43,425 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 42,044 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 41,446 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 41,178 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 41,176 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 40,032 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 39,979 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 39,979 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate incorrect both (0.1 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 39,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Shields limiting inspection

Pass 17 Aug 2018 38,555 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 38,160 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 38,160 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 37,569 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 36,986 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 36,616 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 35,991 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 33,618 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 32,933 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 31,099 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 31,098 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 28,600 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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T8 GRF is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 T8 GRF, 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.

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What year was T8 GRF registered?

T8 GRF is a 1999 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 5 March 1999.

Is T8 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T8 GRF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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