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R351 BAU

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,331 mi
Last recorded31,331 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR351 BAU
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2020 31,331 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 30,993 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 30,349 miles

both front tyres have perish splits on edges

Pass 31 Mar 2014 29,815 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 29,102 miles

nearside front tyre cracking (tread area)

offside front tyre cracking (tread area)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 28,056 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 26,717 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 25,116 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 23,515 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 20,355 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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R351 BAU is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R351 BAU, 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 R351 BAU?

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What year was R351 BAU registered?

R351 BAU is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R351 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R351 BAU shows 10 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 R351 BAU have outstanding finance?

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