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M111 TNR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,250 mi
Last recorded47,250 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM111 TNR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 47,250 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 47,162 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 47,134 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 47,132 miles

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 46,796 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 46,456 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 45,969 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 45,092 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 45,092 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)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 43,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 43,844 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 42,511 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 41,925 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

power steering heavy

Pass 3 Sep 2010 41,387 miles

Nearside bonnet insecure.

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside and Nearside rear hub seals leaking.

Power steering reservoir low.

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 3 Sep 2010 41,387 miles

Nearside bonnet insecure.

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside and Nearside rear hub seals leaking.

Power steering reservoir low.

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 40,672 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 39,274 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 39,089 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 38,402 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 38,402 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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M111 TNR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M111 TNR, 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 M111 TNR registered?

M111 TNR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is M111 TNR safe to buy?

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