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V80 TVR

2002 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

29,999 mi
Last recorded29,999 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Tvr Chimaera31,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV80 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 29,999 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 27,591 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 27,470 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2023 27,341 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 27,211 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 27,211 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 26,565 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 24,510 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 21,599 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 19,156 miles

Coolant leak water pump area

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 16,832 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 13,555 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 13,551 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 12,965 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 12,480 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 12,365 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 11,721 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 11,721 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 11,721 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 11,690 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 11,690 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively damaged (2.3.2)

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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V80 TVR is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 31,419 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 V80 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 24 years old, this Tvr Chimaera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V80 TVR registered?

V80 TVR is a 2002 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 11 June 2002.

Is V80 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V80 TVR shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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