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W185 WRV

2000 Tvr Griffith 500

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

30,052 mi
Last recorded30,052 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2000 Tvr Griffith 50033,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW185 WRV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 30,052 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 29,853 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 29,411 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 27,635 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 25,501 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 22,274 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 21,603 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 21,321 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 20,242 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 19,427 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2007 18,477 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 16,799 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 16,799 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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W185 WRV is a 2000 Tvr Griffith 500 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W185 WRV, 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 W185 WRV?

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What year was W185 WRV registered?

W185 WRV is a 2000 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 11 March 2000.

Is W185 WRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W185 WRV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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