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K155 RJM

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,560 mi
Last recorded38,560 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 RJM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 38,560 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 38,404 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 38,310 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 38,170 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 37,823 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 37,823 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2016 37,710 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

o/s/r inner drive shaft flange bolt loose x1

Pass 11 May 2015 35,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 34,508 miles

o/s/r and n/s/r inner and outer c.v. boots split

Pass 26 Apr 2010 32,711 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 31,925 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 27,118 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 25,381 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 22,482 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 21,288 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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K155 RJM is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K155 RJM, 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 K155 RJM registered?

K155 RJM is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 25 October 1999.

Is K155 RJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K155 RJM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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