MOT Status
ValidMileage
74,316 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
offside front tyre at 3mm
slight play in offside inner rack joint
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
slight surface scratches on front windshield
Nearside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Performance brake hoses fitted.
Rear fog lamp "tell tile" warning light dim
Signs of previous fouling of both front brake hoses on body. ( Ties have been fitted to rectify this)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
brake fluid low
centre exhaust mountings perishing
Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
brake fluid low
centre exhaust mountings perishing
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
slight oil leak
Oil leak
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Oil leak
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Tvr Chimaera?
Based on 74,906 MOT tests across 4,721 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F15 SJW is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc 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 F15 SJW, 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 F15 SJW?
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What year was F15 SJW registered?
F15 SJW is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 19 May 1998.
Is F15 SJW safe to buy?
The MOT history for F15 SJW 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.
Does F15 SJW have outstanding finance?
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