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G4 TVR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Grey Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

70,518 mi
Last recorded70,518 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG4 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 70,518 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 70,001 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 69,420 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 67,964 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 67,944 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 67,288 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 67,285 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 65,344 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 63,416 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 63,231 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 62,171 miles

Bonnet missing

Pass 29 Jul 2013 61,455 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 60,401 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 57,863 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 55,949 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 53,290 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 50,047 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 47,269 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 43,933 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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G4 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Grey with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 G4 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 G4 TVR?

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What year was G4 TVR registered?

G4 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is G4 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G4 TVR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G4 TVR have outstanding finance?

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