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W24 TVR

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

85,127 mi
Last recorded85,127 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW24 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 85,127 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 85,127 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 83,900 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 83,692 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 82,640 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 82,022 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front steering rack gator out side clip missing

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front steering rack gator out side clip missing

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear oil leak around prop shaft joint to hub

Pass 17 Dec 2020 81,031 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside FRONT AND CENTRE BODY MOUNTS CORRODED

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear HUB SEAL LEAKING OIL

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 78,890 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 74,861 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 73,532 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 71,669 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 66,569 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 63,077 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 55,825 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 49,771 miles

n/s/o/s seatbelts slightly frayed

n/s/o/s/f shock absorbers appear damp

rear tyres advance wear 225/50ZR16

Pass 19 Mar 2010 40,929 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front tyres wearing edges 205/55r15

Pass 18 Mar 2009 33,013 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 25,412 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake performance slight judder

Fail 28 Feb 2008 25,412 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake performance slight judder

Pass 9 Mar 2007 17,790 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 9,408 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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W24 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 W24 TVR, 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 W24 TVR registered?

W24 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W24 TVR safe to buy?

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