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Y601 OHC

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,438 mi
Last recorded47,438 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2011
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY601 OHC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2011 47,438 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

offside front tyre is low on tread on inner edge

Pass 2 Mar 2010 47,350 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

offside front tyre is wearing low on inside edge

Pass 12 Dec 2008 43,713 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 42,123 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 40,810 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 40,804 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

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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Y601 OHC is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 Y601 OHC, 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 Y601 OHC?

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What year was Y601 OHC registered?

Y601 OHC is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 July 2001.

Is Y601 OHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y601 OHC shows 6 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.

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