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DS 6666

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,597 mi
Last recorded22,597 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS 6666
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2024 22,597 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 22,405 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 22,375 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 22,370 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 22,301 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 22,139 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 22,103 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 22,012 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 21,894 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 21,838 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 21,726 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 21,543 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 21,289 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,686 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 20,296 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 19,759 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 19,026 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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DS 6666 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,002 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 DS 6666, 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 29 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 DS 6666?

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What year was DS 6666 registered?

DS 6666 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is DS 6666 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS 6666 shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS 6666 have outstanding finance?

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