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AM02 VOF

2002 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

46,770 mi
Last recorded46,770 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Tvr Chimaera31,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 VOF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 46,770 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 46,094 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 45,076 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 43,039 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 41,290 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 39,336 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 39,247 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 38,274 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 37,490 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 36,210 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm approx (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm approx (4.1.E.1)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 29 May 2015 35,477 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nearside front tyre wearing slightly inner edge

Fail 28 May 2015 35,477 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nearside front tyre wearing slightly inner edge

offside headlight slight kick to left?

Pass 13 May 2014 33,988 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 31,137 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 28,652 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 25,945 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 22,650 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 20,795 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 18,186 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 15,440 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 112,107 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Chimaera?

Based on 74,906 MOT tests across 4,721 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
855
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,721
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,285
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,258
Steering rack gaiter split 1,113
Headlamp aim too high 1,041
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 977
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AM02 VOF is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 31,419 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Chimaera fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,285 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM02 VOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Chimaera typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 24 years old, this Tvr Chimaera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM02 VOF?

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What year was AM02 VOF registered?

AM02 VOF is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is AM02 VOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM02 VOF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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