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R25 TVR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,623 mi
Last recorded29,623 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR25 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 29,623 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 29,170 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 28,875 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 28,585 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 28,160 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 27,831 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 27,446 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 26,707 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 26,225 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 25,319 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 24,405 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 24,176 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 24,163 miles

slight surface corrosion all round

Pass 7 Jun 2012 24,025 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 23,576 miles

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 23,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 23,170 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 23,150 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2006 23,150 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

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

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

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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R25 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R25 TVR, 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 R25 TVR?

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What year was R25 TVR registered?

R25 TVR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R25 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R25 TVR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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