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Y978 OHC

2001 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4556cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

560,248 mi
Last recorded560,248 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2010
Typical for 2001 Tvr Chimaera38,789 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY978 OHC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,556cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2010 560,248 miles

O/S steering gaiter deteriorated.

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2009 53,532 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 53,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 50,827 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 39,538 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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Y978 OHC is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y978 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 Y978 OHC?

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What year was Y978 OHC registered?

Y978 OHC is a 2001 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 3 April 2001.

Is Y978 OHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y978 OHC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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