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W668 SBL

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

50,935 mi
Last recorded50,935 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW668 SBL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 50,935 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 50,093 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 48,614 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 47,902 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 47,898 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked upper attachment cracked worn out of shape (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 45,402 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 44,694 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 43,687 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 42,787 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 41,347 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2011 37,692 miles

STRONGLY ADVISE:nearside front upper suspension arm heavily corroded

both front coil springs corroded

chassis rails corroded in places

offside rear outer driveshaft seal leaking oil

Pass 30 Nov 2009 37,045 miles

Leak on offside rear suspension hub.

Pass 22 Nov 2008 35,979 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 35,167 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 30,555 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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W668 SBL is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 W668 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 W668 SBL?

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What year was W668 SBL registered?

W668 SBL is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 10 May 2000.

Is W668 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W668 SBL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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