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S682 UKJ

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,233 mi
Last recorded55,233 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS682 UKJ
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 55,233 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 53,482 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 52,671 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 51,562 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 50,291 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 48,483 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 47,104 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 44,427 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 43,394 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 41,646 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 38,890 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 35,673 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 35,064 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 32,668 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 32,024 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 31,420 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 30,250 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 29,716 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 28,847 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

slight play on top suspension ball joint

Pass 14 Jun 2006 27,148 miles

o/s & n/s rear drive shaft seals slightley leaking oil.

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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S682 UKJ is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 S682 UKJ, 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 S682 UKJ?

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What year was S682 UKJ registered?

S682 UKJ is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S682 UKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S682 UKJ shows 20 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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