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X555 TVR

2000 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,848 mi
Last recorded27,848 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 Tvr Griffith 50033,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX555 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 27,848 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 27,421 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 26,745 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 26,488 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 25,712 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 24,928 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 23,998 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 22,903 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 22,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2015 22,421 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 21,382 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 21,381 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 20,683 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 19,318 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 17,816 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 16,117 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 14,780 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 14,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 18 Sep 2008 12,659 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 12,659 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 11,305 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 32,659 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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X555 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X555 TVR, 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 X555 TVR registered?

X555 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 12 October 2000.

Is X555 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X555 TVR shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X555 TVR have outstanding finance?

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