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Y289 CGN

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4556cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,995 mi
Last recorded46,995 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY289 CGN
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,556cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 46,995 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 46,956 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 46,892 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 46,874 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 46,831 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 46,760 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 46,610 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 46,512 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 46,390 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 46,073 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 45,739 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 45,085 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 43,724 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 42,524 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 41,348 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 39,808 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 37,275 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 34,179 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 30,962 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 27,376 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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Y289 CGN is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 Y289 CGN, 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 Y289 CGN?

You can check the full history of Y289 CGN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y289 CGN registered?

Y289 CGN is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 April 2001.

Is Y289 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y289 CGN shows 20 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 Y289 CGN have outstanding finance?

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