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TVR Griffith 500

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 4,988 cc

T8 GRFMOT history

T8 GRF is a red petrol TVR Griffith 500 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 44,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
44,341 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 GRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Griffith 500
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 GRF was last recorded at 44,341 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,207 miles · 13 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
134 miles
Average per year
776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,341 miles
  • 2025 – 43,425 miles
  • 2024 – 42,044 miles
  • 2023 – 41,446 miles
  • 2022 – 41,178 miles
  • 2021 – 40,032 miles
  • 2020 – 39,691 miles
  • 2018 – 38,555 miles
  • 2017 – 38,160 miles
  • 2016 – 37,569 miles
  • 2014 – 36,986 miles
  • 2013 – 36,616 miles
  • 2011 – 35,991 miles
  • 2009 – 33,618 miles
  • 2008 – 32,933 miles
  • 2007 – 31,099 miles
  • 2006 – 28,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,341 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,341 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    870013596089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail44,207 miles (+782)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,207 miles
    Test number
    246755580868
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass43,425 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    43,425 miles
    Test number
    782338478473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass42,044 miles (+598)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    42,044 miles
    Test number
    695166907371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,446 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    41,446 miles
    Test number
    492644987731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass41,178 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    41,178 miles
    Test number
    972110928858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail41,176 miles (+1,144)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,176 miles
    Test number
    570594560119
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  8. Pass40,032 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    40,032 miles
    Test number
    772274774371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,979 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,979 miles
    Test number
    106015711956
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail39,979 miles (+288)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,979 miles
    Test number
    346308499187
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate incorrect both (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass39,691 miles (+1,136)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    39,691 miles
    Test number
    433783822693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  12. Pass38,555 miles (+395)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    38,555 miles
    Test number
    172414491500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    38,160 miles
    Test number
    352659404495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,160 miles (+591)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,160 miles
    Test number
    829457575585
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  15. Pass37,569 miles (+583)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,569 miles
    Test number
    210596683985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,986 miles (+370)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,986 miles
    Test number
    528094814171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,616 miles (+625)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,616 miles
    Test number
    276845353171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,991 miles (+2,373)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,991 miles
    Test number
    689294021188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,618 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    33,618 miles
    Test number
    731695489075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,933 miles (+1,834)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,933 miles
    Test number
    674161098011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,099 miles
    Test number
    334502477023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,098 miles (+2,498)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,098 miles
    Test number
    161132077455
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass28,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,600 miles
    Test number
    241033296019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 GRF

Does T8 GRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 GRF is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 GRF?
The MOT on T8 GRF is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 GRF done?
T8 GRF was recorded at 44,341 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 776 miles a year.
Has T8 GRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 GRF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 GRF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T8 GRF find?
T8 GRF passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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