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B391 TVR

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,500 mi
Last recorded32,500 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB391 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 32,500 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 31,889 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 31,355 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil filter damaged (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 30,823 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 30,091 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 29,644 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 28,882 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 28,484 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 28,110 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Apr 2016 27,312 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 27,067 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 26,622 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 25,500 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 24,065 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 22,128 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 22,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 19,822 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 17,912 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 15,967 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 14,099 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 14,099 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 12,046 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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B391 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2000 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 39,031 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 B391 TVR, 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 26 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 B391 TVR?

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What year was B391 TVR registered?

B391 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 8 March 2000.

Is B391 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B391 TVR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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