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R134 ATR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,778 mi
Last recorded17,778 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR134 ATR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 17,778 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 17,767 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 17,760 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 17,728 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 17,665 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 17,632 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 17,554 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 17,533 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 17,445 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft boots deteriorated

Offside Rear Driveshaft boots deteriorated

Pass 29 Sep 2014 17,419 miles

cut in n/s front tyre

o/s rear tyre sidewall perrished

rear outer cv boots deteriorated

Pass 27 Sep 2013 17,300 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 16,992 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 16,992 miles

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 16,464 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 15,973 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 15,271 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 14,508 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 11,079 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 10,458 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 8,768 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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R134 ATR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R134 ATR, 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 R134 ATR?

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What year was R134 ATR registered?

R134 ATR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R134 ATR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R134 ATR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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