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SCZ 5000

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Other 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,427 mi
Last recorded55,427 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCZ 5000
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 55,427 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 53,723 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 50,543 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 50,515 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2022 49,159 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2022 49,133 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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SCZ 5000 is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SCZ 5000, 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 SCZ 5000?

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What year was SCZ 5000 registered?

SCZ 5000 is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is SCZ 5000 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCZ 5000 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SCZ 5000 have outstanding finance?

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