TVR Chimaera MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the TVR Chimaera. Check any Chimaera by registration number below.

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88.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.2%

vs TVR Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

TVR Chimaera — MOT Reliability Overview

The TVR Chimaera has an average MOT pass rate of 88.5%, which is 0.2 percentage points below the TVR brand average of 88.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Chimaera is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a TVR Chimaera fails its MOT are a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, audible warning inoperative. If you are preparing your Chimaera for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used TVR Chimaera, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the TVR Chimaera performs at MOT across different model years.

2002

Based on 52 vehicles

92.3%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

14.3%

2001

Based on 145 vehicles

95.9%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.2%

2000

Based on 435 vehicles

86.2%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

12.4%

1999

Based on 1,764 vehicles

89.1%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.6%

Retest Rate

8.7%

1998

Based on 2,171 vehicles

91.0%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

5.8%

1997

Based on 1,485 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

5.6%

1996

Based on 1,147 vehicles

88.1%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

8.9%

1995

Based on 864 vehicles

85.4%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.6%

Retest Rate

9.6%

1994

Based on 536 vehicles

82.1%Good

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

10.5%

1993

Based on 416 vehicles

85.1%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

9.5%

0

Based on 2,716 vehicles

87.8%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

Top MOT Failures — TVR Chimaera

The most common reasons a TVR Chimaera fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

3.8%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.8%

Audible warning inoperative

1.6%

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

1.4%

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

1.4%

TVR Chimaera Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

1.9%

Other TVR Models

Compare MOT reliability across TVR models.

TVR Tasmin

91.2% pass rate

TVR 290 S

91.5% pass rate

TVR Griffith

93.2% pass rate

TVR Tamora

85.4% pass rate

TVR 280 S

81.5% pass rate

TVR Cerbera

97.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for TVR Chimaera

TVR Chimaera — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the TVR Chimaera MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the TVR Chimaera?

The average MOT pass rate for the TVR Chimaera is 88.5% compared to the TVR average of 88.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a TVR Chimaera?

The most common MOT failures on the TVR Chimaera are: A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED (3.8%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.8%), Audible warning inoperative (1.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the TVR Chimaera reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 88.5%, the TVR Chimaera is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a TVR Chimaera?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a TVR Chimaera?

Typical mileage for the TVR Chimaera: 57,001 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Chimaera to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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