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F3 RHM

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

47,396 mi
Last recorded47,396 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 RHM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 47,396 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 46,805 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 46,219 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 45,743 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 44,859 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 43,484 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 41,962 miles

front tyres wearing om edges

Pass 9 Oct 2015 41,457 miles

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

coolant leak

n/s rear brake pads slightly loose in carrier

o/s and n/s front tyre wear uneven

oil leak

Fail 2 Oct 2015 41,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

coolant leak

n/s rear brake pads slightly loose in carrier

o/s and n/s front tyre wear uneven

oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2015 40,401 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 38,782 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 35,481 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 35,471 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 32,384 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 32,384 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 28,795 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Jan 2010 28,795 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2009 26,859 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 23,089 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 19,541 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 17,028 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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F3 RHM is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 F3 RHM, 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 F3 RHM?

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What year was F3 RHM registered?

F3 RHM is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 February 2000.

Is F3 RHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F3 RHM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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