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N88 MRB

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,175 mi
Last recorded44,175 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN88 MRB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 44,175 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 43,824 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 43,107 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 42,411 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 41,674 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 40,655 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 40,456 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 39,403 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 38,757 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 35,782 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 35,010 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 34,458 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 33,165 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 31,729 miles

nearside rear shock absorber mounting bracket has a small piece broken off but shock absorber is secure

Fail 18 Apr 2012 30,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 30,447 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 29,496 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 28 Apr 2010 27,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

wipers not stopping in park position

Pass 28 Apr 2010 27,274 miles

wipers not stopping in park position

Pass 2 Jan 2009 22,365 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 22,365 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 17,693 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 16,846 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 15,204 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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N88 MRB is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N88 MRB, 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 N88 MRB registered?

N88 MRB is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 10 December 1999.

Is N88 MRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N88 MRB shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N88 MRB have outstanding finance?

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