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Y400 TVR

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

40,506 mi
Last recorded40,506 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY400 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 40,506 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked on tyre tread

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)

parking brake only just met requirements

Fail 19 Apr 2016 40,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front tyre cracked on tyre tread

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)

parking brake only just met requirements

Pass 23 Apr 2015 39,226 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s and n/s body mounts heavily corroded

Pass 8 May 2014 38,632 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 38,632 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 37,315 miles

surface rust on chassis

Fail 19 Apr 2013 37,315 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

surface rust on chassis

Pass 11 Apr 2012 36,889 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 36,072 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 35,413 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 34,412 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 34,240 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 32,198 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 27,876 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 22,749 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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Y400 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y400 TVR, 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 Y400 TVR?

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What year was Y400 TVR registered?

Y400 TVR is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 March 2001.

Is Y400 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y400 TVR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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