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V88 EKS

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Grey Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

3,191 mi
Last recorded3,191 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV88 EKS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 3,191 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 3,128 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 3,119 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 3,055 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 2,467 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 2,411 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 2,411 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Fail 10 Dec 2015 2,409 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 15 May 2014 260 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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V88 EKS is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Grey with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V88 EKS, 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 V88 EKS?

You can check the full history of V88 EKS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V88 EKS registered?

V88 EKS is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V88 EKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V88 EKS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V88 EKS have outstanding finance?

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