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Y272 XBV

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4556cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,935 mi
Last recorded35,935 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY272 XBV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,556cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 35,935 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 35,430 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 35,105 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 34,962 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 34,094 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 33,509 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 32,894 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 32,447 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 32,037 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 32,034 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 31,387 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 30,930 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 30,730 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 30,420 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 30,155 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 29,690 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 29,386 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 28,486 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 27,380 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 26,321 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 23,959 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 23,959 miles

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

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

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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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Y272 XBV is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y272 XBV, 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

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What year was Y272 XBV registered?

Y272 XBV is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y272 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y272 XBV shows 22 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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