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Y926 UMR

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4556cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

62,065 mi
Last recorded62,065 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY926 UMR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,556cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 62,065 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 60,747 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 56,667 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 55,102 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 55,098 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 53,096 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 51,875 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2020 51,875 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 50,563 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 48,847 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 48,825 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 48,806 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 48,760 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 7 May 2010 48,710 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 48,415 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 47,680 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 47,680 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 46,143 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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Y926 UMR is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y926 UMR, 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 Y926 UMR registered?

Y926 UMR is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y926 UMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y926 UMR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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