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V7 TVR

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,996 mi
Last recorded47,996 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV7 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 47,996 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 45,775 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 44,736 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 43,845 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 43,006 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 42,759 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 42,552 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 42,427 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 40,429 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 40,197 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 39,433 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 38,115 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 36,116 miles

offside indicator warning poor operation in need of attention

Pass 7 Mar 2012 34,060 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 34,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 31,530 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 29,909 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 28,920 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nsr hub damp

Pass 14 Feb 2008 27,691 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 26,755 miles

oil leak ? sump gasket/ rear main

Pass 23 Jan 2006 24,282 miles

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

damage rear exhaust mounting

sight corrosion front brake hose ferrules

Fail 23 Jan 2006 24,282 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

damage rear exhaust mounting

sight corrosion front brake hose ferrules

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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V7 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc 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 V7 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 V7 TVR?

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What year was V7 TVR registered?

V7 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is V7 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V7 TVR 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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