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W314 RMR

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,793 mi
Last recorded34,793 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2009
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW314 RMR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2009 34,793 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 34,787 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 31,383 miles

o/s/f chassis corroded

o/s/r handbrake cable chaffing

p.a.s oil leak

Fail 4 Jul 2008 31,379 miles

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

o/s/f chassis corroded

o/s/r handbrake cable chaffing

p.a.s oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2007 27,672 miles

N/S mirror cracked. †Wiper blades worn.

Fail 26 Jul 2007 27,666 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 9 Jul 2007 27,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

N/S mirror cracked. †Wiper blades worn.

Pass 17 Feb 2006 20,961 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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W314 RMR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 W314 RMR, 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 W314 RMR registered?

W314 RMR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 March 2000.

Is W314 RMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W314 RMR shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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