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385 TNO

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,018 mi
Last recorded87,018 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration385 TNO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 87,018 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 87,016 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 86,657 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 85,999 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 84,910 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 84,908 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 83,812 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 82,715 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 80,078 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 73,735 miles

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 67,187 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 67,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 18 Sep 2008 67,128 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 61,004 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 59,959 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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385 TNO is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1999 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 44,479 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 385 TNO, 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 27 years old, this Tvr Chimaera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 385 TNO?

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What year was 385 TNO registered?

385 TNO is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is 385 TNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 385 TNO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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