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43 TVR

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,164 mi
Last recorded30,164 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration43 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 30,164 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 29,735 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 29,493 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 29,226 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 28,563 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated x2 (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 28,226 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 27,818 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 26,759 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 25,423 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 24,129 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 23,114 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 22,293 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 20,124 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 20,124 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 19,714 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 19,568 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 19,568 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 18,557 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 17,319 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 16,013 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 160,123 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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43 TVR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 43 TVR, 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 43 TVR?

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What year was 43 TVR registered?

43 TVR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 March 1999.

Is 43 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 43 TVR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 43 TVR have outstanding finance?

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