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RC51 TVR

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,114 mi
Last recorded52,114 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2009
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2009 52,114 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 46,989 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 39,603 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 26,220 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 26,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2005 16,766 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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RC51 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RC51 TVR, 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

How do I check the history of RC51 TVR?

You can check the full history of RC51 TVR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RC51 TVR registered?

RC51 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is RC51 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC51 TVR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RC51 TVR have outstanding finance?

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