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R10 SMW

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

69,461 mi
Last recorded69,461 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR10 SMW
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 69,461 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 69,437 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 69,341 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 69,186 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 68,995 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 68,483 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 65,789 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 62,715 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 59,071 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 59,071 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Pass 23 May 2014 58,417 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 55,678 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 55,425 miles

visual check on emissions due to age of engine

Pass 15 Mar 2011 55,207 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 53,534 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 51,614 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 48,438 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2005 43,952 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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R10 SMW is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R10 SMW, 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

How do I check the history of R10 SMW?

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What year was R10 SMW registered?

R10 SMW is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R10 SMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R10 SMW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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