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B7 MPC

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,896 mi
Last recorded53,896 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2014
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 MPC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2014 53,896 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise nearside and offside front tyres--cracks evident in tread.

Fail 1 Dec 2014 53,895 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise nearside and offside front tyres--cracks evident in tread.

Pass 16 May 2013 53,018 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

advise oil leak nearside rear wheel bearing.

advise rear brake inspection.

Fail 16 May 2013 53,018 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

advise oil leak nearside rear wheel bearing.

advise rear brake inspection.

Pass 30 Jun 2011 52,655 miles

Both rear discs corroded

Fail 15 Jun 2011 52,626 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear brake discs corroded

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 20 Mar 2008 52,409 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 51,735 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 48,700 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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B7 MPC is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B7 MPC, 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.

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What year was B7 MPC registered?

B7 MPC is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is B7 MPC safe to buy?

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