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B44 TVR

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

113,955 mi
Last recorded113,955 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB44 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 113,955 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 113,951 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 111,703 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 111,703 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 109,722 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 109,721 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams Both (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 106,161 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 105,054 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 104,178 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 103,974 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 100,469 miles

NOTE: Slight damage to N/S floor pan /seat belt area.

Pass 31 May 2018 95,979 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 91,241 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 86,926 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 82,078 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s n/s out riggers corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2014 74,498 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 66,340 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 61,410 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 56,185 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 50,786 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 44,604 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 44,547 miles

Offside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rad core falling apart

Pass 22 Apr 2008 37,328 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 32,030 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 30,222 miles

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

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

drive shaft gaiters split

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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B44 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B44 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

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What year was B44 TVR registered?

B44 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 7 April 2000.

Is B44 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B44 TVR shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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