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T105 ABK

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

52,345 mi
Last recorded52,345 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT105 ABK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 52,345 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 51,771 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 50,729 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 50,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 50,391 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 49,308 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 47,254 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 44,876 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 43,919 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 30 Aug 2011 43,919 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 43,009 miles

Offside Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 38,673 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 34,355 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 34,106 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 32,606 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 32,298 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 32,290 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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T105 ABK is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 T105 ABK, 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

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What year was T105 ABK registered?

T105 ABK is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 May 1999.

Is T105 ABK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T105 ABK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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