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Y581 NLK

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,967 mi
Last recorded18,967 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY581 NLK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2016 18,967 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 18,935 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 17,982 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 17,978 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 16,544 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 15,721 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 15,517 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 15,517 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 14,572 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 14,559 miles

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

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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)

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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Y581 NLK is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y581 NLK, 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 Y581 NLK?

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What year was Y581 NLK registered?

Y581 NLK is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y581 NLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y581 NLK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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