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W295 JBV

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

52,532 mi
Last recorded52,532 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW295 JBV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 52,532 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outriggers corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 52,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all outriggers corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 52,211 miles

Battery warning light on

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

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outriggers all rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2022 52,210 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Battery warning light on

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outriggers all rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 51,303 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 49,331 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 49,331 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 49,055 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 48,581 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 47,975 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 46,419 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 44,946 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

n/s/f tyre cracking side wall

o/s/f tyre cracking in side wall

Pass 10 Feb 2015 44,946 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking side wall

o/s/f tyre cracking in side wall

Pass 5 Feb 2014 41,902 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 41,459 miles

Offside and nearside front tyres splitting around inner and outer sidewalls, not exposing structure

Pass 3 Apr 2012 40,699 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 39,823 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 38,621 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 38,528 miles

both rear outter hubs have slight oil leaks

Fail 22 Nov 2009 38,522 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both rear outter hubs have slight oil leaks

Pass 11 Nov 2008 36,147 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 34,476 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 31,728 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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W295 JBV is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 W295 JBV, 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 W295 JBV registered?

W295 JBV is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W295 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W295 JBV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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