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45 TVR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,620 mi
Last recorded66,620 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration45 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 66,620 miles

damage to windscreen

Pass 2 Jun 2025 66,420 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 66,355 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

damage to windscreen

Pass 2 May 2023 66,180 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 66,067 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 65,746 miles

damage to windscreen

Pass 13 May 2020 65,568 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 65,550 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 65,546 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 65,379 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 64,046 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 63,822 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 61,602 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 60,535 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 57,593 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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45 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 46,225 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 45 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 28 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 45 TVR?

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What year was 45 TVR registered?

45 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is 45 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 45 TVR shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 45 TVR have outstanding finance?

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