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ALZ 8735

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,749 mi
Last recorded53,749 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 8735
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 53,749 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 53,241 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 53,241 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 52,851 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 52,502 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 52,202 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 51,857 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 51,557 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 51,341 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 51,104 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 50,597 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 50,244 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 49,542 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 48,709 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 47,773 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 46,976 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 45,721 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 44,639 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 44,639 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 43,637 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 42,597 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 40,764 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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ALZ 8735 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,002 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 ALZ 8735, 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 29 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 ALZ 8735?

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What year was ALZ 8735 registered?

ALZ 8735 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is ALZ 8735 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALZ 8735 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ALZ 8735 have outstanding finance?

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