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Y791 HKV

2001 Tvr Griffith 500

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

35,621 mi
Last recorded35,621 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Tvr Griffith 50027,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY791 HKV
MakeTvr
ModelGriffith 500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 35,621 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 32,164 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 32,164 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 29,833 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 28,576 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 24,192 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 21,698 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 21,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 16,077 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)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 16,077 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 20 Aug 2012 9,306 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 9,306 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 11 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 6 miles

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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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Y791 HKV is a 2001 Tvr Griffith 500 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 Y791 HKV, 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 Y791 HKV?

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What year was Y791 HKV registered?

Y791 HKV is a 2001 Tvr Griffith 500, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y791 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y791 HKV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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