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Y1 GRF

2001 Tvr Griffith

Red Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,463 mi
Last recorded86,463 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Tvr Griffith36,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY1 GRF
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 86,463 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 86,312 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 86,082 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 85,990 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 85,850 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 23 Feb 2022 85,850 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 85,416 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Chassis covered in underseal

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 85,037 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 83,457 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 82,261 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 79,421 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 76,664 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 74,347 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 71,335 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 69,563 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 69,555 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 63,759 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 52,739 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 38,674 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 38,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 37,839 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 36,255 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 34,924 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 31,116 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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Y1 GRF is a 2001 Tvr Griffith in Red with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Griffith models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 36,124 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 Y1 GRF, 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 25 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 Y1 GRF registered?

Y1 GRF is a 2001 Tvr Griffith, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y1 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y1 GRF shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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