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E71 TVR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

56,277 mi
Last recorded56,277 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE71 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 56,277 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 55,744 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 May 2025 55,740 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 55,300 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 54,632 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 54,290 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 54,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2021 53,605 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 52,740 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 51,962 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 50,695 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 49,779 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 48,746 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 47,610 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 46,433 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 46,432 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 45,842 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 44,574 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 43,224 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 41,853 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 40,538 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 40,521 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 37,118 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 33,486 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 33,486 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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E71 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 E71 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 E71 TVR registered?

E71 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 April 1998.

Is E71 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E71 TVR shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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