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WD02 HPP

2002 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

61,083 mi
Last recorded61,083 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Tvr Griffith 50023,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD02 HPP
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 61,083 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 60,520 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 59,770 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 58,840 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 57,442 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 56,413 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 55,532 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 53,664 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 51,985 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 50,295 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 41,749 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 45,426 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 43,056 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 42,777 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 42,776 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2012 42,221 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Jan 2012 42,115 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 41,587 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 38,568 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 38,561 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2009 34,631 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 31,697 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 29,643 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 29,643 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2006 26,121 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 26,119 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

oil leak

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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WD02 HPP is a 2002 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 23,182 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 WD02 HPP, 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 24 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 WD02 HPP registered?

WD02 HPP is a 2002 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is WD02 HPP safe to buy?

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