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Y500 TNH

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,729 mi
Last recorded47,729 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY500 TNH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 47,729 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 47,452 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 46,718 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 46,303 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 45,667 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 43,880 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 43,066 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Sep 2014 43,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 42,141 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 40,703 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 40,702 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 40,250 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 38,466 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 35,623 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 33,349 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 33,340 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 31,392 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 27,921 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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Y500 TNH is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y500 TNH, 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 Y500 TNH?

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What year was Y500 TNH registered?

Y500 TNH is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y500 TNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y500 TNH shows 18 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.

Does Y500 TNH have outstanding finance?

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