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W5 MOS

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

11,811 mi
Last recorded11,811 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 MOS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 11,811 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2025 11,669 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 11,588 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 11,377 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 11,039 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 10,883 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 10,569 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 10,050 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 9,777 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 9,776 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 9,610 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 9,523 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 9,294 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 9,136 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 9,051 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 8,967 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 8,850 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 8,636 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 8,310 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 8,163 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 7,966 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 7,654 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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W5 MOS is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 W5 MOS, 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 W5 MOS registered?

W5 MOS is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 March 2000.

Is W5 MOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W5 MOS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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