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R7 BGP

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests30 (28 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,897 mi
Last recorded54,897 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 BGP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

28 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 54,897 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 52,880 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 53,743 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 46,755 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 53,307 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 35,908 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 35,001 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 32,479 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 52,028 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 25,086 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 49,939 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 48,580 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 18,431 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 47,315 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 47,309 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2019 47,168 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 46,550 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 46,550 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 46,020 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 45,488 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 42,949 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 41,752 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 37,693 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 35,030 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 33,358 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 30,521 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 28,380 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 25,676 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 22,789 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 20,357 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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R7 BGP is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R7 BGP, 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 R7 BGP registered?

R7 BGP is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 7 March 2000.

Is R7 BGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R7 BGP shows 30 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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