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S88 TLS

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,735 mi
Last recorded37,735 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS88 TLS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 37,735 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 37,262 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 37,042 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 36,552 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 36,366 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 36,241 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 35,769 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 35,120 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 34,338 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 33,718 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 33,019 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 32,312 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Oct 2013 32,312 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 31,685 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 30,408 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 29,358 miles

rear hub seals leaking

Fail 22 Oct 2010 29,358 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

rear hub seals leaking

Pass 30 Oct 2009 28,039 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 26,554 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 25,982 miles

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

Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

indicator stork worn

Pass 15 Jul 2006 23,078 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 23,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nearside rear driveshaft outer gaiter split

offside rear driveshaft outer gaiter split

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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S88 TLS is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 S88 TLS, 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

How do I check the history of S88 TLS?

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What year was S88 TLS registered?

S88 TLS is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 22 May 2000.

Is S88 TLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S88 TLS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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