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HJ02 OZE

2002 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

99,577 mi
Last recorded99,577 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Tvr Chimaera31,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 OZE
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 99,577 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 99,421 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis tube running along sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 7 Apr 2022 99,421 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis tube running along sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 99,130 miles

Nearside Front Chassis tube/rail running along sill - slightly corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 98,803 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 98,066 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 98,066 miles

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)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 98,050 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 96,523 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 89,569 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 76,196 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 76,196 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 62,029 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 60,773 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 60,375 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 59,500 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 57,915 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rack boots twisted

Fail 5 Sep 2006 57,910 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rack boots twisted

Pass 9 Mar 2006 54,651 miles

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

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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HJ02 OZE is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 HJ02 OZE, 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.

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What year was HJ02 OZE registered?

HJ02 OZE is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 25 March 2002.

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