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V8 TVP

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

61,293 mi
Last recorded61,293 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 TVP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 61,293 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 60,987 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 60,827 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 59,851 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 56,846 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 56,141 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 55,688 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 54,542 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 53,823 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 53,020 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 51,757 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 50,789 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 49,743 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 47,963 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 47,552 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 46,799 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 46,043 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

periphery of rear brake discs rusted

slight oil seepage at both rear hubs

surface split at fuel hose,tank to pump

Pass 1 May 2009 46,043 miles

periphery of rear brake discs rusted

slight oil seepage at both rear hubs

surface split at fuel hose,tank to pump

Pass 2 May 2008 44,616 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 42,676 miles

SLIGHT SEEPAGE AT BOTH REAR HUBS

Pass 30 May 2006 40,019 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 40,010 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/side front lower swivel boot split

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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V8 TVP 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 V8 TVP, 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

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What year was V8 TVP registered?

V8 TVP is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 February 2000.

Is V8 TVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 TVP 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.

Does V8 TVP have outstanding finance?

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