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Y592 NLO

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,045 mi
Last recorded61,045 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY592 NLO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 61,045 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 61,033 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 60,619 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 60,375 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 59,986 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 59,182 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 58,371 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 56,539 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 54,417 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met 18%

Pass 16 Apr 2015 52,951 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 52,913 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 52,482 miles

Nearside front tyre 1mm on outside edge

Pass 7 Sep 2012 50,933 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 49,628 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 49,016 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 47,074 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 44,303 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 44,301 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 41,083 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 38,510 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2006 38,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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Y592 NLO is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 38,789 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 Y592 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

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What year was Y592 NLO registered?

Y592 NLO is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 28 July 2001.

Is Y592 NLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y592 NLO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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