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W8 PBW

2000 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests30 (23 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate76.7%

Mileage

45,594 mi
Last recorded45,594 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Griffith 50033,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW8 PBW
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

23 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 45,594 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 44,044 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 44,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 42,158 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 41,946 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 40,922 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 40,414 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 40,414 miles

Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2020 39,999 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 39,999 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 39,556 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 39,556 miles

Nearside Front Lower Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 38,955 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 3 Jan 2018 38,955 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 38,301 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 36,632 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 35,477 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 34,705 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 32,719 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 31,910 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011
Fail 24 Jun 2011 30,619 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 26,073 miles

n/s/r cvboot split

Pass 15 Jun 2009 22,917 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 19,168 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 18,186 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

vehicle not used at night or overcast day.index plate not standard.

Pass 26 Mar 2007 18,186 miles

vehicle not used at night or overcast day.index plate not standard.

Pass 21 Mar 2006 14,825 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 14,820 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 10,576 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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W8 PBW is a 2000 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.7%.

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 W8 PBW, 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

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What year was W8 PBW registered?

W8 PBW is a 2000 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W8 PBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W8 PBW shows 30 tests with a 76.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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