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R667 BLB

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,561 mi
Last recorded62,561 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR667 BLB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 62,561 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reflector slightly defective

Pass 29 Jan 2025 59,349 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 59,349 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2023 57,113 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 57,058 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 56,976 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 56,630 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 56,317 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 55,819 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 54,458 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 52,121 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 52,088 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 51,661 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 50,855 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 50,146 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 50,123 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 49,372 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 49,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 May 2009 48,333 miles

brake warning light on

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 20 May 2008 43,750 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 42,120 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2006 39,088 miles

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)

nail in tyre

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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R667 BLB is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R667 BLB, 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 R667 BLB?

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What year was R667 BLB registered?

R667 BLB is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R667 BLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R667 BLB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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