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W659 SBL

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests24 (23 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.8%

Mileage

28,802 mi
Last recorded28,802 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW659 SBL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

23 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 28,802 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 27,593 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 25,740 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 25,315 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 24,598 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 23,625 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 21,953 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 21,909 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 21,815 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 21,740 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 21,688 miles

Nearside Front Beam pattern starting to deteriorate.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit plus worn on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

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)

Oil leak Engine.

Pass 17 Dec 2016 21,554 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 20,762 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 20,047 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 19,660 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 19,659 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 19,048 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 18,631 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 18,409 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 18,239 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 17,614 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2007 16,617 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 15,995 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 13,628 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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W659 SBL 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 95.8%.

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 W659 SBL, 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

How do I check the history of W659 SBL?

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What year was W659 SBL registered?

W659 SBL is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 3 June 2000.

Is W659 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W659 SBL shows 24 tests with a 95.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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