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B2 TVR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

79,410 mi
Last recorded79,410 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 79,410 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 79,367 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 79,367 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 79,195 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 78,871 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 78,708 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 78,373 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 77,842 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 77,717 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 77,510 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 76,032 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 74,293 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 72,929 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 69,486 miles

very slight exhaust blow

Pass 10 Nov 2009 67,366 miles

n/s/f upper ball joint

Pass 6 Dec 2008 62,846 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 56,809 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 50,212 miles

advise all tyre depth/s

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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B2 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 B2 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 B2 TVR?

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What year was B2 TVR registered?

B2 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is B2 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 TVR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B2 TVR have outstanding finance?

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