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N111 TVR

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,753 mi
Last recorded51,753 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN111 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 51,753 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 50,172 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 47,752 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 46,910 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 44,894 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 43,021 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 41,454 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 40,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 40,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 38,061 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 34,318 miles

n/s and o/s outriggers corroded and fractured

Pass 9 Aug 2016 33,657 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2016 33,656 miles

Offside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2015 32,001 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 32,001 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 31,073 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)

Fail 4 Aug 2014 31,056 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 30,329 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 28,681 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 20 May 2009 28,681 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 May 2008 27,814 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 27,802 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 25,678 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2006 23,061 miles

all rear cv boots split

both front tyres wearing on inner edge and starting to perish

windscreen wipers starting to smear

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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N111 TVR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 N111 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 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 N111 TVR registered?

N111 TVR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 22 May 1999.

Is N111 TVR safe to buy?

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