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K157 RJC

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Multi-colour Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,902 mi
Last recorded30,902 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK157 RJC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 30,902 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 30,841 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 29,420 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 27,658 miles

Surface corrosion to all suspension wishbones

Pass 12 Nov 2019 27,560 miles

Front suspension wishbones showing signs of corrosion

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Slight wear in all front suspension wishbone bushes

Surface corrosion to chassis outriggers

Pass 8 Nov 2018 27,355 miles

All suspension wishbones corroding

Pass 13 Nov 2017 27,070 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 1 Nov 2017 27,070 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 26,977 miles

slight corrosion to both front upper wishbones

Pass 4 Nov 2015 26,719 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhust manifold (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 26,719 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhust manifold (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 26,180 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 24,998 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 23,938 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 23,445 miles

Both front Tyres have slight cracking and will need attention in the near future

Both rear Tyres have slight cracking and will need attention in the near future

Pass 15 Mar 2010 22,574 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 21,090 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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K157 RJC is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Multi-colour with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 K157 RJC, 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

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What year was K157 RJC registered?

K157 RJC is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is K157 RJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K157 RJC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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