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V8 NSR

2000 Tvr Griffith 500

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,999 mi
Last recorded38,999 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Griffith 50033,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 NSR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 38,999 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 38,265 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 37,400 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 36,663 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 35,885 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 34,755 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 33,431 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 32,158 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 31,149 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 30,340 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 30,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 28,988 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 27,771 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 27,771 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 26,600 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 25,723 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 24,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 24,897 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 23,402 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 23,402 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 21,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 21,044 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 18,650 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 17,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 17,037 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 14,862 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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V8 NSR is a 2000 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 76.9%.

Across all 2000 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 33,368 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 V8 NSR, 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 26 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 V8 NSR?

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What year was V8 NSR registered?

V8 NSR is a 2000 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is V8 NSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 NSR shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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