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T253 LLK

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,598 mi
Last recorded47,598 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT253 LLK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 47,598 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 47,318 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 45,553 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 44,777 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 44,777 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 42,645 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 40,953 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 40,241 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 38,064 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 34,850 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 15 May 2007 32,132 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 May 2006 26,484 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 25,724 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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T253 LLK is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 T253 LLK, 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 T253 LLK registered?

T253 LLK is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 5 July 1999.

Is T253 LLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T253 LLK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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