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R13 UWS

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,754 mi
Last recorded35,754 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR13 UWS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 35,754 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 32,597 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 32,046 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 31,382 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 30,677 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 29,752 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 27,689 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 27,519 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 26,014 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion front and rear (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 25,028 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 23,095 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 22,626 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 21,258 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 20,391 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 19,627 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 19,191 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 19,191 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 18,606 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 17,712 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 17,136 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 14,980 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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R13 UWS is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R13 UWS, 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

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What year was R13 UWS registered?

R13 UWS is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 21 July 2000.

Is R13 UWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R13 UWS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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