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R678 FTN

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

43,488 mi
Last recorded43,488 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR678 FTN
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 43,488 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 43,410 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 43,313 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 43,085 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 42,953 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 42,848 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 42,550 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 42,341 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 42,179 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 41,909 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Aug 2017 41,879 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2016 41,454 miles

oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2015 41,100 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2014 40,606 miles

Brake light switch possibly faulty

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2013 40,144 miles

CHASSIS SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION

number plate light seems dull

oil dampness around n/s/r hub

oil leaks

Pass 6 Aug 2012 39,555 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 38,775 miles

Offside rear brake disc slightly corroded

Radiator slightly deteriated

Various different oil leaks

Pass 2 Aug 2010 37,740 miles

Offside rear brake disc slightly corroded

Various oil leaks

Pass 31 Jul 2009 36,208 miles

rear discs showing signs of corrosion on inner face

various oil leaks

Pass 25 Jul 2008 34,420 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake disc inner surface corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2007 32,966 miles

oil dampness around n/s/r hub

rear discs corroded and slightly pitted on inner face

various slight oil leaks

Fail 30 Jul 2007 32,966 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil dampness around n/s/r hub

rear discs corroded and slightly pitted on inner face

various slight oil leaks

Pass 2 Aug 2006 31,235 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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R678 FTN is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1997 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,002 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 R678 FTN, 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 29 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 R678 FTN?

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What year was R678 FTN registered?

R678 FTN is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R678 FTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R678 FTN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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