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RVB 213

2002 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,695 mi
Last recorded55,695 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2011
Typical for 2002 Tvr Chimaera31,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVB 213
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2011 55,695 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2010 53,246 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)

Fail 15 Oct 2010 53,246 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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 6 Oct 2009 51,429 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 49,150 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 47,072 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 45,372 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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RVB 213 is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RVB 213, 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 RVB 213?

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What year was RVB 213 registered?

RVB 213 is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 May 2002.

Is RVB 213 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVB 213 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RVB 213 have outstanding finance?

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