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X333 TVR

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

29,545 mi
Last recorded29,545 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX333 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 29,545 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 29,500 miles

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 29,149 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing/cracking (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged slightly frayed (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 29,048 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 29,027 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working Both sides inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 28,825 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 28,298 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 28,271 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 28,225 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 28,060 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 27,583 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 25,981 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 25,148 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 24,257 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 22,661 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 22,636 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 21,018 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 20,518 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 19,930 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 19,924 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 18,986 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 17,253 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 15,920 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 12,520 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 11,052 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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X333 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X333 TVR, 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 X333 TVR?

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What year was X333 TVR registered?

X333 TVR is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 September 2000.

Is X333 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X333 TVR shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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