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W668 XTU

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025
Pass 31 Oct 2024 87,150 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 85,564 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 83,910 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 82,834 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 81,489 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 80,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 78,097 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 76,221 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 72,494 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 71,720 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2014 70,562 miles

Oil leak

slight corrosion underbody

Fail 10 May 2014 70,562 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

slight corrosion underbody

Pass 1 Mar 2013 67,336 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 67,336 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 66,923 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2011 660,035 miles

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 2 Dec 2009 65,124 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 65,124 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 60,029 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 54,293 miles

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

front suspension arms have corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2006 54,080 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 51,958 miles

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

oil leak

surface corrosion n/s/f upper susp. arm

Fail 10 Mar 2006 51,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

n/s/f tyre worn close to limit on outer edge

oil leak

some dampness around power steering rack pinion

surface corrosion n/s/f upper susp. arm

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 XTU 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 W668 XTU, 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 XTU?

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What year was W668 XTU registered?

W668 XTU is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W668 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W668 XTU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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