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P1 NVR

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,790 mi
Last recorded51,790 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 NVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 51,790 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 51,358 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 51,192 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 51,091 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 51,013 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 50,724 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 49,878 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 49,305 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 48,673 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 48,673 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 May 2016 48,339 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 47,968 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 43,507 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 42,577 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2013 42,577 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 40,064 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 38,851 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 36,229 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 34,175 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 30,884 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

both front tyres wearing on edges

both rear tyres getting down to wear marks

Pass 21 May 2007 27,556 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 27,556 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 May 2006 21,117 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 21,117 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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P1 NVR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P1 NVR, 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 P1 NVR registered?

P1 NVR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 May 1999.

Is P1 NVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P1 NVR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P1 NVR have outstanding finance?

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