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S176 CMR

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

52,255 mi
Last recorded52,255 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS176 CMR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 52,255 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 51,124 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 50,291 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 49,456 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 48,794 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 48,793 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 46,681 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 45,355 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 45,352 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 44,826 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 44,329 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 43,398 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 41,067 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 41,067 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 39,274 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 38,984 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 38,265 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 37,628 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 37,628 miles

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 16 May 2008 36,633 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 36,249 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 36,249 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 35,518 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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S176 CMR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1999 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 44,479 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 S176 CMR, 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 27 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 S176 CMR?

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What year was S176 CMR registered?

S176 CMR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S176 CMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S176 CMR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S176 CMR have outstanding finance?

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