CarVerify

Free Car Check

C308 YYG

1985 Tvr V8S

Blue Petrol 3948cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,816 mi
Last recorded8,816 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
4 checks still locked for this Tvr
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC308 YYG
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 8,816 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 8,348 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 7,423 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 6,313 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 6,171 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 5,152 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 5,144 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 3,817 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 2,048 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Fail 4 Oct 2010 2,048 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 600 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 542 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

slight play in off side front wheel bearing.

Pass 20 Mar 2008 98,505 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 98,435 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f) DANGEROUS

steering joint corroded by bulkhead.

unable to open boot.

windscreen wiper poor.

Pass 14 Mar 2007 95,334 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 92,961 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr V8S?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
506
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
position lamp(s) not working 40
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35
Stop lamp not working 32
Headlamp aim too low 31
Full Tvr V8S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C308 YYG is a 1985 Tvr V8S in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Tvr V8S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C308 YYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr V8S typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 41 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C308 YYG?

You can check the full history of C308 YYG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C308 YYG registered?

C308 YYG is a 1985 Tvr V8S, first registered on 20 August 1985.

Is C308 YYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C308 YYG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C308 YYG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C308 YYG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.