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R421 XWR

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Purple Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

101,220 mi
Last recorded101,220 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 XWR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 101,220 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 100,008 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2024
Pass 25 May 2023 99,999 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight leak from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view long crack on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 99,999 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 99,335 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 99,335 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 98,316 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 94,694 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 92,455 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 92,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 89,240 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 86,391 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 83,583 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 80,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 80,106 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 78,547 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 76,922 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 72,735 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 72,735 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 68,906 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 64,312 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 12 Mar 2009 64,312 miles

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 14 Mar 2008 60,361 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 55,836 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 48,500 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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R421 XWR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R421 XWR, 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

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What year was R421 XWR registered?

R421 XWR is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R421 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R421 XWR shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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