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D16 TVR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,220 mi
Last recorded72,220 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD16 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 72,220 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 71,386 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 71,151 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 70,155 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 70,000 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 69,610 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 68,800 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 67,185 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 64,453 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 64,453 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 61,330 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 57,412 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 50,533 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 42,199 miles

n/s/r inner drive shaft gaitor split

o/s/r outer drive shaft gaitor split

Pass 4 Dec 2009 39,729 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 36,647 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 33,688 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 33,682 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 31,316 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 31,313 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 28,543 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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D16 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D16 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

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What year was D16 TVR registered?

D16 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is D16 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D16 TVR 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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