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R701 DJA

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,507 mi
Last recorded71,507 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR701 DJA
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2008 71,507 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 71,507 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 68,913 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 66,393 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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R701 DJA is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 46,225 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 R701 DJA, 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 28 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 R701 DJA?

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What year was R701 DJA registered?

R701 DJA is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R701 DJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R701 DJA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R701 DJA have outstanding finance?

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