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F13 TVR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

71,541 mi
Last recorded71,541 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF13 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 71,541 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 71,025 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 70,699 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 70,085 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 69,760 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 69,233 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 68,811 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 68,811 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 68,676 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 68,614 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 68,234 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 67,972 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 67,666 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 66,803 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 66,200 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 64,152 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 59,882 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 59,813 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

all four rear driveshaft gaiters split

Pass 19 May 2006 52,911 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 52,911 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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F13 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 F13 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 F13 TVR?

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What year was F13 TVR registered?

F13 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 10 December 1998.

Is F13 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F13 TVR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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