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R755 YNA

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,972 mi
Last recorded72,972 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR755 YNA
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 72,972 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 71,904 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 71,002 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 69,943 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 68,875 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 67,482 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 66,608 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 65,781 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 64,720 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 63,632 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 61,416 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 60,279 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 59,424 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 57,999 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 56,923 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 55,949 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 54,754 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 53,200 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 50,772 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 12 Apr 2007 49,617 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 48,519 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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R755 YNA is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R755 YNA, 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 R755 YNA?

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What year was R755 YNA registered?

R755 YNA is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R755 YNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R755 YNA 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.

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