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A19 TVR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,512 mi
Last recorded55,512 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 55,512 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 54,741 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited view of inner brake pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Damage in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited view of inner brake pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 54,741 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited view of inner brake pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Damage in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited view of inner brake pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2024 54,355 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush slight wear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited view of inner pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Minor damage in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited view of inner pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 54,355 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush slight wear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited view of inner pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Minor damage in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited view of inner pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 54,008 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger has surface corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger has surface corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 53,921 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 53,720 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 53,350 miles

Offside Rear BRAKE CALLAPER HAND BRAKE LEVER NOT RETURNING TO STOP FOR HANDBRAKE OPERATION

Oil leak, but not excessive BOTH REAR HUBS HAVE SLIGHT MISTING OF OIL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE AREA / SUMP (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT MISTING OF OIL ON REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 52,965 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 52,067 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 51,605 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 51,065 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 50,623 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 50,102 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly distorted (2.4.G.4a)

Pass 1 May 2013 49,859 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 48,900 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 48,122 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 47,158 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 46,022 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 44,525 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 42,849 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 42,406 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 42,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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A19 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 A19 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.

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What year was A19 TVR registered?

A19 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A19 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 TVR shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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