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W116 UFH

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,268 mi
Last recorded62,268 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW116 UFH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 62,268 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 62,116 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 61,639 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 5 Nov 2015 61,320 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 61,315 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front tyres are worn on outer edges

Pass 12 Apr 2012 60,241 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 59,840 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 58,626 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 57,199 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 54,970 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 52,774 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 49,440 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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W116 UFH is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 W116 UFH, 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 W116 UFH?

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What year was W116 UFH registered?

W116 UFH is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W116 UFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W116 UFH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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