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V8 TVY

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,487 mi
Last recorded32,487 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 TVY
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 32,487 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 32,482 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 32,474 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 32,470 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 32,467 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 32,420 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 32,240 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 32,235 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 32,085 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 32,011 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 31,828 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 31,603 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 31,436 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 31,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 30,988 miles

passenger seat not fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2009 30,703 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 28,764 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 26,359 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 22,328 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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V8 TVY is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 TVY, 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 V8 TVY?

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What year was V8 TVY registered?

V8 TVY is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 16 June 2000.

Is V8 TVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 TVY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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