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Y512 UDT

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4556cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

76,547 mi
Last recorded76,547 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY512 UDT
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,556cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 76,547 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 73,575 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 69,049 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 63,383 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 63,327 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 63,325 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2021 63,311 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 63,109 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 61,208 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 61,116 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 58,142 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 58,100 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 57,656 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 57,461 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 57,877 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2012 53,860 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 51,547 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 45,228 miles

PARK BRAKE ONLY JUST MEETS REQUIREMENTS.DIFFICULT TOO GET FULL LEVERAGE.

Pass 30 Jun 2009 42,585 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 39,484 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 36,361 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 305,620 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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Y512 UDT is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 Y512 UDT, 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 Y512 UDT registered?

Y512 UDT is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 19 June 2001.

Is Y512 UDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y512 UDT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y512 UDT have outstanding finance?

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