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W779 XGC

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,120 mi
Last recorded40,120 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW779 XGC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 40,120 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 39,383 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 38,453 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 37,888 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 37,494 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 36,025 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 35,801 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2017 35,777 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 May 2016 35,185 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 34,286 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,145 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 33,411 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 77,226 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 31,764 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 30,949 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 30,949 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 27,040 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 25,445 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 21,032 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 1 May 2008 21,032 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 20 Apr 2007 20,939 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f top suspension ball joint gaiter split

o/s/f top suspension ball joint gaiter split

Pass 21 Apr 2006 20,782 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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W779 XGC 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 90.9%.

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 W779 XGC, 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 W779 XGC?

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What year was W779 XGC registered?

W779 XGC is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W779 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W779 XGC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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