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R115 XPX

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,748 mi
Last recorded116,748 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR115 XPX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2026 116,748 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 116,223 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 116,144 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 112,941 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 111,184 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 107,203 miles

front wiper blades split

Fail 24 Apr 2019 107,203 miles

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

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

front wiper blades split

Pass 6 Mar 2018 106,226 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 104,402 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 101,531 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 96,316 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 91,192 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 86,951 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 82,621 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 77,058 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 77,051 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 71,739 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 67,358 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 62,889 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 54,784 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 May 2005 49,556 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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R115 XPX is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R115 XPX, 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 R115 XPX registered?

R115 XPX is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 23 May 1998.

Is R115 XPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R115 XPX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R115 XPX have outstanding finance?

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