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A20 HDJ

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,999 mi
Last recorded63,999 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2015
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 HDJ
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2015 63,999 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 62,007 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 61,072 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 61,000 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 61,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 60,908 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 60,697 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 60,238 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 58,169 miles

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

N/s/r driveshaft boot perishing.

Slight corrosion to rear chassis uprights.

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

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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A20 HDJ is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A20 HDJ, 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 A20 HDJ?

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What year was A20 HDJ registered?

A20 HDJ is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 25 March 1999.

Is A20 HDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 HDJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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