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W731 DGF

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

75,362 mi
Last recorded75,362 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW731 DGF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 75,362 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 75,232 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 75,158 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 74,706 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 74,451 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 73,949 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 72,941 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 72,196 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 71,477 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear hub oil seals leaking slightly

Fail 17 Apr 2018 71,477 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear hub oil seals leaking slightly

Pass 19 Apr 2017 69,631 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Slight corrosion to suspension components.

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 68,266 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 66,811 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 66,135 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 63,419 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 59,336 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 53,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake discs corroded.

Slight corrosion to suspension components.

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 51,657 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 476,606 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 40,311 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 34,396 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 32,840 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 32,840 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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W731 DGF is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 W731 DGF, 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 W731 DGF registered?

W731 DGF is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 June 2000.

Is W731 DGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W731 DGF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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