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R241 KSX

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

77,337 mi
Last recorded77,337 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR241 KSX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 77,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +tread 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 75,771 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 73,033 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 70,875 miles
Pass 2 May 2022 68,731 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 67,900 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 67,892 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 66,827 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 66,344 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 65,937 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 65,541 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 65,019 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 64,714 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 64,310 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 63,508 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 62,541 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 61,929 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 60,735 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 59,730 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 57,130 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 54,359 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 50,523 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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R241 KSX is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R241 KSX, 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 R241 KSX registered?

R241 KSX is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R241 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R241 KSX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R241 KSX have outstanding finance?

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