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R400 PHC

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,214 mi
Last recorded62,214 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR400 PHC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 62,214 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 61,394 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 60,497 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 58,817 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2022 58,000 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 56,892 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 55,856 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp aim on lowest limit

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 55,209 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 55,059 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 54,291 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 53,820 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 52,657 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 51,441 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 50,332 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 49,756 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 48,108 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 46,101 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 44,061 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 42,177 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 40,633 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 38,640 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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R400 PHC is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 R400 PHC, 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 R400 PHC?

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What year was R400 PHC registered?

R400 PHC is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R400 PHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R400 PHC shows 21 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 R400 PHC have outstanding finance?

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