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L8 UDB

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,645 mi
Last recorded62,645 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 UDB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2012 62,645 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 61,772 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 60,527 miles

Oil leak

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 59,008 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 55,510 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 49,395 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 49,395 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 45,458 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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L8 UDB is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L8 UDB, 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 L8 UDB?

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What year was L8 UDB registered?

L8 UDB is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is L8 UDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 UDB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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