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Y450 TVR

2003 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,042 mi
Last recorded38,042 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Tvr Chimaera21,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY450 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 38,042 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 34,748 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 34,126 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 32,489 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 29,800 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 29,637 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 29,036 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 28,744 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 28,445 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 28,445 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 27 May 2016 28,036 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 27,361 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 25,878 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 25,236 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 24,255 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 23,415 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 21,628 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 20,606 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 20,606 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 20,540 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

dust cover on n/s track rod end perished

Pass 13 Jun 2008 18,340 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 17,871 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 17,871 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 15,559 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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Y450 TVR is a 2003 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 21,710 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 Y450 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 23 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 Y450 TVR?

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What year was Y450 TVR registered?

Y450 TVR is a 2003 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 January 2003.

Is Y450 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y450 TVR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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