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RX51 YNG

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,138 mi
Last recorded14,138 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2008
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 YNG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2008 14,138 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 14,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

tyre cracking o/s front

Pass 18 Dec 2007 12,914 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 11,636 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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RX51 YNG is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RX51 YNG, 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 RX51 YNG?

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What year was RX51 YNG registered?

RX51 YNG is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 October 2001.

Is RX51 YNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 YNG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX51 YNG have outstanding finance?

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