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B 24

2002 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,917 mi
Last recorded100,917 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Tvr Chimaera31,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB 24
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 100,917 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 99,943 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 99,028 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 97,622 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 96,093 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 94,708 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 91,921 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 91,903 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Feb 2020 91,903 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 90,179 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 88,089 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 85,267 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both low on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 83,566 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 81,593 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 78,392 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 76,717 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 71,139 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 71,139 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 64,733 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 59,356 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 51,779 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 44,089 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 36,649 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 28,351 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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B 24 is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 B 24, 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.

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What year was B 24 registered?

B 24 is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is B 24 safe to buy?

The MOT history for B 24 shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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