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T7 VRV

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,517 mi
Last recorded17,517 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2021
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT7 VRV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2021 17,517 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 17,132 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 16,856 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 15,962 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 15,453 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 14,537 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 13,514 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 13,454 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 13,098 miles

Nearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

rear brake discs slightly corroded

suspension arms and chassis corroded

Fail 18 Feb 2013 13,098 miles

Nearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

rear brake discs slightly corroded

suspension arms and chassis corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2012 12,778 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

chassis and all suspension arms corroded

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2011 12,778 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

all suspension arms corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2010 12,778 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

all suspension arms corroded front and rear

Fail 25 Feb 2010 12,778 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

all suspension arms corroded front and rear

Pass 25 Feb 2009 12,778 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres perished and worn

Pass 14 Feb 2008 12,778 miles

both rear tyres perished

Fail 14 Feb 2008 12,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 12 Sep 2006 11,297 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

slight oil leak at pipe from power steering pump

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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T7 VRV is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 T7 VRV, 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.

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What year was T7 VRV registered?

T7 VRV is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 21 June 2000.

Is T7 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T7 VRV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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