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R666 CWD

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

55,389 mi
Last recorded55,389 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR666 CWD
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 55,389 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 55,054 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 54,976 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 54,691 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 54,413 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 54,391 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 53,748 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 53,431 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 52,507 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 52,507 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 51,658 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge bald (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2017 51,632 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge bald (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 49,651 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 47,461 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 45,143 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 41,945 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 37,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 37,859 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 36,545 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 35,190 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 35,190 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 33,899 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 32,706 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 28,673 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 28,672 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 24,786 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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R666 CWD is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Red 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 R666 CWD, 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 R666 CWD registered?

R666 CWD is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R666 CWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R666 CWD 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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