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A11 WYA

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Purple Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,005 mi
Last recorded111,005 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 WYA
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 111,005 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 109,924 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive speed from rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 107,886 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive STEERING RACK AREA DAMP (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases MANIFOLD JOINT (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 105,380 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 101,583 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Sep 2021 101,573 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 99,829 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 96,977 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 96,977 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 91,523 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 91,499 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 84,855 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 81,697 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 74,149 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 74,149 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 12 May 2012 66,396 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 63,414 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 56,690 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 50,457 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 46,725 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 46,720 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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A11 WYA is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A11 WYA, 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 A11 WYA?

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What year was A11 WYA registered?

A11 WYA is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is A11 WYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 WYA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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