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R146 CCV

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,340 mi
Last recorded46,340 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR146 CCV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2018 46,340 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 42,311 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 42,307 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 42,287 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 42,168 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 41,400 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 39,871 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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R146 CCV is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R146 CCV, 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 R146 CCV?

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What year was R146 CCV registered?

R146 CCV is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R146 CCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R146 CCV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R146 CCV have outstanding finance?

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