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Y271 HYG

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,495 mi
Last recorded31,495 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2011
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY271 HYG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2011 31,495 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 29,432 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 28,041 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 27,143 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 25,156 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 22,964 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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Y271 HYG is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 Y271 HYG, 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 Y271 HYG?

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What year was Y271 HYG registered?

Y271 HYG is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 13 June 2001.

Is Y271 HYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y271 HYG shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y271 HYG have outstanding finance?

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