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W167 EOL

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,443 mi
Last recorded81,443 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW167 EOL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 81,443 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 80,566 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

oil leak

suspension and steering components showing signs of corrosion

Pass 19 Feb 2024 80,406 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2023 78,493 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine/transmission leak

Fail 20 Feb 2023 78,493 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine/transmission leak

Pass 10 Mar 2022 76,506 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 75,601 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusting on outriggers - front and rear - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

unable to accurately determine engine specification - tested to 3.5 co

Pass 14 Jun 2017 75,132 miles

beam benders fitted to headlamps

Pass 20 Jun 2016 73,718 miles

headlamp masks fitted

parking brake only 18%

Fail 9 Jun 2016 73,614 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Outer Steering rack gaiter insecure clip missing (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid refit pipe (8.2.3)

Offside Rear abs sensor possibly needs adjusting

Offside Rear anti roll bar nut slightly loose

parking brake only 18%

Fail 29 May 2015 71,670 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2015 71,670 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 71,510 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 71,510 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 66,433 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 61,711 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 51,537 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 44,309 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 43,195 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 39,142 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 34,936 miles

both headlamp reflectors tarnished

drivers seat belt frayed on edge

handbrake efficiency just within limit

slight pas fluid leak from steering rack

Pass 18 May 2006 30,888 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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W167 EOL is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W167 EOL, 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 W167 EOL registered?

W167 EOL is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W167 EOL safe to buy?

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