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G211 TVR

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Purple Petrol 4556cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,480 mi
Last recorded64,480 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG211 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,556cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 64,480 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 63,720 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 62,944 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 61,729 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 60,549 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 59,391 miles

Nearside Door release lazy

Pass 9 Nov 2019 58,768 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 57,931 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 56,446 miles

Offside Front headlight only just within limits

Pass 19 Oct 2016 54,597 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 54,597 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 52,087 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 50,153 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 49,636 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 48,561 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 47,277 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 47,153 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 45,142 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 37,031 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 32,603 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 326,031 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

adv corrosion evedent on o/s lower wish bone assy

adv mud and debries oround n/s lower wish bone area

Pass 3 Mar 2008 27,523 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 26,507 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 24,681 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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G211 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 4,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 G211 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 25 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 G211 TVR?

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What year was G211 TVR registered?

G211 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is G211 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G211 TVR shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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