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EK51 YWV

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

33,941 mi
Last recorded33,941 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 YWV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 33,941 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 33,679 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 33,441 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 33,201 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 32,763 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 32,399 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 32,032 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 31,990 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 31,525 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 30,643 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 30,638 miles

O/S/R inner cv boot split

O/S/R outer cv boot cracked

Fail 1 Oct 2014 30,637 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.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)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

O/S/R inner cv boot split

O/S/R outer cv boot cracked

Pass 17 Oct 2012 29,259 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 28,365 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 27,307 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 26,113 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 24,738 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 22,397 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 15,543 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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EK51 YWV is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 38,789 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 EK51 YWV, 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 25 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 EK51 YWV registered?

EK51 YWV is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is EK51 YWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK51 YWV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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