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W315 WEU

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

21,403 mi
Last recorded21,403 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW315 WEU
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 21,403 miles

Nearside Front top and lower suspension arms corrosion started

Offside Front top and lower suspension arms corrosion started

Fail 28 Apr 2025 21,403 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front top and lower suspension arms corrosion started

Offside Front top and lower suspension arms corrosion started

Pass 26 Apr 2024 21,143 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 21,044 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 20,768 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 20,587 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Upper 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 Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH (1.2.1 (e))

chassis has under sealant on it, not allowing full inspection of chassis

Pass 3 Feb 2021 20,543 miles

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

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

reverse lamp inop

Fail 3 Feb 2021 20,543 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

reverse lamp inop

Pass 26 Jun 2019 20,539 miles

reverse lamp inop

Pass 26 Jun 2018 20,532 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 20,532 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 20,529 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (3.5.1i)

Front coil spring corroded both coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Pass 17 Jun 2016 19,530 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 19,200 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 19,200 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 18,774 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 181,748 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 18,388 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 17,989 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2011 17,931 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 17,787 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,912 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 14,859 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 12,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 10,578 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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W315 WEU is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 W315 WEU, 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 W315 WEU registered?

W315 WEU is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W315 WEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W315 WEU shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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