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W966 RBU

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,122 mi
Last recorded26,122 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW966 RBU
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 26,122 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 25,997 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 25,922 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 25,861 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 25,800 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 25,756 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 25,593 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 25,509 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 25,402 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 24,816 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 24,816 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 24,748 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 24,042 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 23,286 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 22,293 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 20,749 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 20,538 miles

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

Oil leak

oil leak both rear hubs

oil leak rear diff

Pass 19 Sep 2008 20,395 miles

Oil leak

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

oil leak at both rear hubs

oil leak at rear diff

Pass 5 Apr 2007 195,658 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 195,658 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

o/s wiper blade smearing slightly

oil leak from both rear hub

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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W966 RBU is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W966 RBU, 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 W966 RBU registered?

W966 RBU is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 5 April 2000.

Is W966 RBU safe to buy?

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