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GIB 1803

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Purple Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,180 mi
Last recorded25,180 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIB 1803
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2024 25,180 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 24,936 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 24,886 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 24,600 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 24,397 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2020 24,233 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 23,872 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 23,848 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 22,838 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 22,515 miles

both rear outer driveshaft gaters slightly deteriorated

Pass 1 Jun 2015 22,336 miles

both rear outer driveshaft gaters slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 May 2014 21,571 miles

outer corners of outriggers corroded

Pass 10 May 2013 21,330 miles

outer corners of outriggers starting to corrode

Pass 10 Apr 2012 21,038 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight play in steering U.J

Pass 29 Apr 2011 20,826 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 20,646 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 20,127 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 20,055 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 19,176 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 17,729 miles

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)

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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GIB 1803 is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GIB 1803, 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

How do I check the history of GIB 1803?

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What year was GIB 1803 registered?

GIB 1803 is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is GIB 1803 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIB 1803 shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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