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HF51 EHN

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4556cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

33,938 mi
Last recorded33,938 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 EHN
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,556cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 33,938 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 33,645 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 32,044 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 31,457 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 31,236 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 30,863 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 30,524 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 30,206 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 30,206 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 29,662 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 27,186 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 25,426 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 24,278 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 22,946 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 20,995 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 20,995 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 18,067 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 15,961 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 13,649 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 11,492 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 11,490 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 20 Mar 2006 8,562 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 8,541 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)

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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HF51 EHN is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 HF51 EHN, 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 HF51 EHN registered?

HF51 EHN is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is HF51 EHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 EHN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF51 EHN have outstanding finance?

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