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S239 MRA

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Black Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,291 mi
Last recorded78,291 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS239 MRA
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 78,291 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 77,507 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 76,956 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 76,955 miles

Nearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 76,252 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 74,661 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 71,996 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 70,654 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 70,607 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 67,901 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 64,470 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 61,563 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 61,562 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2006 56,574 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 52,783 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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S239 MRA is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Black with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S239 MRA, 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 S239 MRA?

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What year was S239 MRA registered?

S239 MRA is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 11 February 1999.

Is S239 MRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S239 MRA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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