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V104 ESG

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

79,038 mi
Last recorded79,038 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV104 ESG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 79,038 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 78,290 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 77,948 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 76,895 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 76,293 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 76,293 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 76,175 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 75,718 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 75,237 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 74,625 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 74,171 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 72,605 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 72,013 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 69,626 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 65,236 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2011 63,897 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2011 63,894 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 62,441 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 59,348 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 55,292 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 49,748 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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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V104 ESG is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 V104 ESG, 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 V104 ESG?

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What year was V104 ESG registered?

V104 ESG is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 7 January 2000.

Is V104 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V104 ESG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V104 ESG have outstanding finance?

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