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X243 FOT

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,149 mi
Last recorded40,149 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX243 FOT
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 40,149 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 38,001 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 35,191 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 32,747 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 31,835 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 31,645 miles

rear number plate poor

Pass 19 Apr 2011 31,142 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 30,463 miles

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

Rear number plate poor

narside front brake flexy hose gromet out of place and hose will be damaged

Pass 6 Apr 2009 28,689 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 28,689 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 28,054 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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X243 FOT is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 X243 FOT, 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 X243 FOT?

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What year was X243 FOT registered?

X243 FOT is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X243 FOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X243 FOT shows 11 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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