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W831 RSF

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,532 mi
Last recorded47,532 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW831 RSF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 47,532 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 47,434 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 47,179 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 46,905 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 46,735 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 49,571 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 46,465 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 45,497 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 44,744 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 44,102 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 41,930 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 41,930 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 40,559 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 35,804 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 29,462 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 29,234 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 17,608 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 13,122 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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W831 RSF is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W831 RSF, 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 W831 RSF?

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What year was W831 RSF registered?

W831 RSF is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W831 RSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W831 RSF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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