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R307 DNP

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Purple Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

49,831 mi
Last recorded49,831 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR307 DNP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 49,831 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 49,224 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 49,224 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 48,586 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 48,159 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 47,511 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 46,679 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 45,860 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 45,276 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 44,898 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 44,213 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 43,427 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 42,398 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 41,453 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 41,453 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 39,936 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 38,029 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 36,232 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 34,236 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 33,037 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 31,501 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 30,036 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 28,276 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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R307 DNP is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R307 DNP, 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 R307 DNP?

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What year was R307 DNP registered?

R307 DNP is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R307 DNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R307 DNP shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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