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W427 XGH

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,983 mi
Last recorded58,983 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW427 XGH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 58,983 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 58,628 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 58,429 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arm mout (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 58,029 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 57,488 miles

Nearside front wheel slightly buckled

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear end of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 57,050 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 55,667 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 53,655 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 52,679 miles

Front exhaust flexible joint in poor condition

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

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

Pass 20 May 2016 50,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 48,165 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 44,300 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 42,868 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 42,856 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 37,665 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 33,972 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 31,258 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 27,990 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 27,990 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 27,707 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 22,957 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2007 22,702 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

all drive shaft gaiters split †charging fuse holder broken

Pass 21 Feb 2006 19,027 miles

track rod end gaiters split.all drive shaft gaiters split.

Fail 17 Feb 2006 13,025 miles

Nearside Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

all drive shaft gaiters split

both track rod end gaiters split

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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W427 XGH is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W427 XGH, 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 W427 XGH registered?

W427 XGH is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 18 April 2000.

Is W427 XGH safe to buy?

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