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G8 ATU

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,907 mi
Last recorded33,907 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 ATU
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 33,907 miles

Rear handbrake efficiency low

malfunction indicator lamp inoperative[requirement to function from first registration july 2003]

Fail 2 Jun 2026 33,907 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Front front number plate cracked

Rear handbrake efficiency low

malfunction indicator lamp inoperative[requirement to function from first registration july 2003]

Pass 2 May 2025 30,927 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 30,566 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 29,975 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 29,068 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 27,563 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 26,384 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 25,832 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 23,336 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 23,184 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 22,992 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 22,910 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 22,441 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 21,937 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 21,937 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 21,193 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 17,817 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 16,590 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 16,388 miles

advise rear no. plate poor condition

Pass 21 Oct 2008 15,979 miles

advise, rear no. plate starting to delaminate

Pass 16 Oct 2007 15,321 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 13,655 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Oct 2005 11,545 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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G8 ATU is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 G8 ATU, 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 G8 ATU?

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What year was G8 ATU registered?

G8 ATU is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 June 2000.

Is G8 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 ATU 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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