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W966 VGH

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

31,934 mi
Last recorded31,934 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW966 VGH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 31,934 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 29,883 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 29,520 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 29,518 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 28,964 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 28,600 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 28,332 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 28,039 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 27,553 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 26,399 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 25,889 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 25,184 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 24,720 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 23,416 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 22,109 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 21,719 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 20,972 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 20,032 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 200,321 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 19,419 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 18,891 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 18,163 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 17,190 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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W966 VGH is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 VGH, 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 VGH registered?

W966 VGH is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is W966 VGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W966 VGH shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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