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R340 BUK

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Yellow Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,668 mi
Last recorded38,668 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR340 BUK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2024 38,668 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 38,408 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 38,288 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 38,050 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 37,415 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 36,308 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 34,514 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 30,814 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 29,794 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 29,792 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 29,727 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 29,703 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 29,640 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 29,347 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 28,882 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 28,601 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 27,839 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 27,427 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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R340 BUK is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Yellow with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R340 BUK, 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 R340 BUK?

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What year was R340 BUK registered?

R340 BUK is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 May 1998.

Is R340 BUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R340 BUK shows 18 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 R340 BUK have outstanding finance?

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