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V708 ENC

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Grey Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,736 mi
Last recorded67,736 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV708 ENC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 67,736 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 67,172 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 64,502 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 61,937 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 61,616 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 59,863 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2019 56,916 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 54,223 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 12 May 2017 53,290 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 May 2017 53,285 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 May 2016 52,894 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 20 May 2015 51,013 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 46,194 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 44,042 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 4 May 2013 44,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 May 2012 42,682 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 412,558 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 40,087 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 39,204 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 38,581 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 36,730 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 31,893 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 5 May 2006 31,893 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 31,847 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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V708 ENC is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Grey with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 V708 ENC, 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 V708 ENC?

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What year was V708 ENC registered?

V708 ENC is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 January 2000.

Is V708 ENC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V708 ENC shows 24 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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