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Y23 TVR

2001 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

33,056 mi
Last recorded33,056 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Tvr Griffith 50027,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY23 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 33,056 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 33,056 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Sep 2025 32,663 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 29,184 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 28,465 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 26,834 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 26,732 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 26,493 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 26,085 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 25,696 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 25,187 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 24,700 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 24,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 23,766 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 23,143 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 23,104 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 22,902 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,516 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 21,700 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 21,125 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 19,810 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 18,015 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 18,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

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

both front tyres show signs of wear on outer edges.

offside and nearside steering rack boots twisted.

offside rear gearbox mounting bush split.

offside rear hub seal weeping fuild.

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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Y23 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Griffith 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 27,814 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 Y23 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 25 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 Y23 TVR?

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What year was Y23 TVR registered?

Y23 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y23 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y23 TVR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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