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G20 CHM

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

22,365 mi
Last recorded22,365 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG20 CHM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 22,365 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 21,930 miles

parking brake efficiency just met

Pass 26 Jul 2023 21,473 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 20,705 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 19,581 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 17,742 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 16,836 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 16,716 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 15,891 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 14,957 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 14,659 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 14,581 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 14,409 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 14,229 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 13,927 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 12,958 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 12,958 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2008 12,902 miles

parking brake low

Pass 8 Nov 2007 12,579 miles

all four tyres cracking on tread no cord showing

offside and nearside chassis corroded not holed

offside and nearside rear drive shaft inner and outer c/v boots split

Pass 23 Aug 2006 11,868 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 11,868 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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G20 CHM is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1999 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 44,479 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 G20 CHM, 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 27 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 G20 CHM registered?

G20 CHM is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 2 July 1999.

Is G20 CHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G20 CHM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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