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V778 EPV

1999 Tvr Griffith

Silver Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

62,960 mi
Last recorded62,960 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Griffith38,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV778 EPV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 62,960 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 60,809 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 57,702 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 57,674 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 57,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective main beam lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective main beam lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 56,658 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 56,194 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 55,898 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 53,602 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 51,703 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 49,149 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 45,980 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 43,305 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 43,018 miles

All 4 chassis corners rusty

Slight blow from N/S manifold area

Slight hole to O/S/F chassis corner

Fail 20 Mar 2012 42,999 miles

Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

All 4 chassis corners rusty

Engine has misfire

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight corroded hole to o/s/f chassis corner

Pass 12 Apr 2011 41,100 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 41,100 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 38,862 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 37,247 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 36,543 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES BADLY PERRISHED IN TREAD PATERN

Fail 14 Sep 2007 36,342 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

both rear tyres badly perrished in tred pattern

Pass 2 Nov 2005 33,841 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 33,841 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

near side door mirror seriously insceure

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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V778 EPV is a 1999 Tvr Griffith in Silver with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 V778 EPV, 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 V778 EPV?

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What year was V778 EPV registered?

V778 EPV is a 1999 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 9 October 1999.

Is V778 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V778 EPV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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