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S591 HLG

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

50,808 mi
Last recorded50,808 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS591 HLG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 50,808 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 50,004 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 48,945 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 47,967 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 46,938 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 46,000 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 45,276 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 44,215 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 43,290 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 41,523 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 40,137 miles

Front Upper wishbones corroded

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

oil leak

Fail 19 Apr 2016 40,137 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Front Upper wishbones corroded

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

oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2015 40,099 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 40,098 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 40,082 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 39,197 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Feb 2013 39,197 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 39,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 39,362 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 39,362 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

nearside wiper starting to smear, replace soon

Pass 27 Feb 2009 39,168 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 37,823 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 36,889 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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S591 HLG is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,988cc 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 S591 HLG, 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 S591 HLG?

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What year was S591 HLG registered?

S591 HLG is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S591 HLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S591 HLG 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.

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