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V500 UFO

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,419 mi
Last recorded45,419 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV500 UFO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 45,419 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 44,990 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 44,462 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 43,706 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 42,664 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear hub oil seal; weeping

Pass 24 Jun 2021 42,497 miles

Offside Rear hub seal weeping

Pass 29 Jun 2020 41,675 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

drivers seat loose

Pass 24 Jun 2019 40,248 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 39,376 miles

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Pass 8 Mar 2016 38,896 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 37,437 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 35,703 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 33,612 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 31,199 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 31,199 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 28,089 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 26,650 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 23,796 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jan 2009 23,796 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 21,048 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 18,829 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 15,061 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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V500 UFO is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V500 UFO, 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 V500 UFO?

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What year was V500 UFO registered?

V500 UFO is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 19 September 2000.

Is V500 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V500 UFO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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