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X681 NKO

2000 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

55,798 mi
Last recorded55,798 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Tvr Chimaera39,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX681 NKO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 55,798 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 55,689 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2024 55,686 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 55,398 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 55,095 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2020 54,522 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 53,333 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 52,911 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 51,974 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 50,877 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 50,076 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 50,076 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height and Incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 49,282 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 47,563 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 45,932 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 44,049 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 41,645 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 38,465 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 35,037 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 31,872 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES HAVE WEAR ON INNER TREAD.

Pass 29 Sep 2006 28,850 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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X681 NKO is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 X681 NKO, 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 X681 NKO?

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What year was X681 NKO registered?

X681 NKO is a 2000 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 28 October 2000.

Is X681 NKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X681 NKO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X681 NKO have outstanding finance?

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