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TVR Griffith 500

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,988 cc

V8 REVMOT history

V8 REV is a black petrol TVR Griffith 500 first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 24,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
24,007 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 REV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Griffith 500
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 REV was last recorded at 24,007 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,972 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 24,007 miles
  • 2025 – 23,972 miles
  • 2024 – 23,945 miles
  • 2023 – 23,842 miles
  • 2022 – 23,754 miles
  • 2021 – 23,650 miles
  • 2020 – 23,449 miles
  • 2019 – 23,393 miles
  • 2018 – 23,267 miles
  • 2017 – 23,077 miles
  • 2016 – 22,769 miles
  • 2015 – 22,412 miles
  • 2014 – 21,944 miles
  • 2012 – 21,466 miles
  • 2010 – 20,989 miles
  • 2009 – 20,490 miles
  • 2008 – 19,590 miles
  • 2007 – 19,112 miles
  • 2006 – 17,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,007 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.

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,007 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    24,007 miles
    Test number
    609126884354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass23,972 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    23,972 miles
    Test number
    373242826487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass23,945 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    23,945 miles
    Test number
    214517145758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass23,842 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    23,842 miles
    Test number
    385554611033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass23,754 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    23,754 miles
    Test number
    785125455930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass23,650 miles (+201)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    23,650 miles
    Test number
    686437963185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass23,449 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    23,449 miles
    Test number
    158875246503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,393 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    23,393 miles
    Test number
    546862123685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass23,267 miles (+190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    23,267 miles
    Test number
    586019829523
    • AdvisorySlight noise nearside front wheel bearing
  10. Pass23,077 miles (+308)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    23,077 miles
    Test number
    756981242877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass22,769 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    22,769 miles
    Test number
    362795761732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,412 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    22,412 miles
    Test number
    457540055104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,944 miles (+478)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    21,944 miles
    Test number
    115038224190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,466 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    21,466 miles
    Test number
    355297602362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail21,463 miles (+474)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,463 miles
    Test number
    599144902384
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
  16. Pass20,989 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    20,989 miles
    Test number
    744152270266
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty
  17. Fail20,979 miles (+489)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,979 miles
    Test number
    534674260272
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty
  18. Pass20,490 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    20,490 miles
    Test number
    820942879270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail20,486 miles (+896)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,486 miles
    Test number
    993011969201
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass19,590 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,590 miles
    Test number
    123822668286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,589 miles (+477)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,589 miles
    Test number
    250990168235
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  22. Pass19,112 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,112 miles
    Test number
    194501067245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,551 miles
    Test number
    832757706249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 REV

Does V8 REV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 REV is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 REV?
The MOT on V8 REV is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 REV done?
V8 REV was recorded at 24,007 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 329 miles a year.
Has V8 REV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 REV has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2012.
Has the mileage on V8 REV 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 V8 REV find?
V8 REV passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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