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GK52 WAA

2002 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

30,172 mi
Last recorded30,172 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Tvr Chimaera31,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 WAA
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 30,172 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 30,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 29,301 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 28,753 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 27,787 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 27,398 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 27,334 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 27,119 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 26,905 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 25,748 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 24,833 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 24,278 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 23,088 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 21,292 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 19,644 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 19,644 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 18,694 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Oct 2011 16,143 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 14,451 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 12,298 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 9,964 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 6,398 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 5,656 miles

both steering rack boots twisted

Fail 26 Jan 2006 4,413 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 4,413 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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GK52 WAA is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 31,419 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 GK52 WAA, 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 24 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 GK52 WAA registered?

GK52 WAA is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 October 2002.

Is GK52 WAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK52 WAA shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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