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RV02 OAO

2002 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,954 mi
Last recorded37,954 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Tvr Chimaera31,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 OAO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 37,954 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 37,809 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 37,257 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 36,609 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 35,331 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 34,596 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 33,518 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 31,678 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 30,672 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 29,409 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 27,742 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 25,243 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 22,530 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 20,534 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 19,381 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 18,054 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 16,469 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 14,585 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 12,552 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 11,284 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 9,956 miles

front and rear number plate's lifting

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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RV02 OAO is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 RV02 OAO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV02 OAO?

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What year was RV02 OAO registered?

RV02 OAO is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 April 2002.

Is RV02 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV02 OAO shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV02 OAO have outstanding finance?

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