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X57 LGV

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,215 mi
Last recorded29,215 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX57 LGV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2011 29,215 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 29,193 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 26,157 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 24,578 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 23,192 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 22,028 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 22,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 18,615 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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X57 LGV is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 38,789 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 X57 LGV, 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 25 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 X57 LGV?

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What year was X57 LGV registered?

X57 LGV is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 23 January 2001.

Is X57 LGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X57 LGV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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