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W673 SBL

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

48,463 mi
Last recorded48,463 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW673 SBL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 48,463 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 48,446 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 48,360 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2022 48,124 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 47,568 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 47,005 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 44,628 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 44,628 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 May 2017 43,424 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 39,780 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)

Fail 14 May 2016 39,780 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 38,855 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 38,154 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 37,726 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 37,028 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

both rear hubs leaking

Pass 10 Feb 2011 33,443 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 32,837 miles

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 32,837 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 30,543 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 27,896 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 26,534 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 24,792 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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W673 SBL is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 W673 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 W673 SBL?

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What year was W673 SBL registered?

W673 SBL is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 7 July 2000.

Is W673 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W673 SBL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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