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V26 TVR

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

65,456 mi
Last recorded65,456 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV26 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 65,456 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 62,888 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 60,075 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 59,201 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 58,526 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 56,207 miles

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive jubilee clip nsf (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 54,678 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 53,344 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 52,061 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 52,060 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 51,060 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 50,027 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front tyres getting low and cracking on side walls

upper suspension arms corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2014 47,050 miles

front tyres cracking and are 9 years old

rear coil spring corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2013 42,716 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 38,304 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 38,304 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 33,875 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 29,011 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 20,710 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 16,108 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 16,108 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 7,860 miles

slight play offside rack

Pass 19 Jul 2006 7,568 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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V26 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 V26 TVR, 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 V26 TVR?

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What year was V26 TVR registered?

V26 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 13 January 2000.

Is V26 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V26 TVR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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