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Y591 NLO

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4556cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

44,285 mi
Last recorded44,285 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY591 NLO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,556cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 44,285 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 44,125 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive At both rear hub assemblys (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2023 43,767 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 43,304 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 43,293 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 42,814 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 42,411 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 41,518 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 40,921 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 40,454 miles

Nearside park brake just in limits

Offside park brake just in limits

Pass 11 Oct 2014 39,781 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 38,739 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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 6 Oct 2012 37,630 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 36,578 miles

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

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)

both rear hub seals sweating

rear discs corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2010 35,769 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 34,464 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 29,672 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 28,422 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 28,412 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 26,279 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 18,493 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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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Y591 NLO is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 Y591 NLO, 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 Y591 NLO?

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What year was Y591 NLO registered?

Y591 NLO is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 2 June 2001.

Is Y591 NLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y591 NLO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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