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B117 TVR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

43,829 mi
Last recorded43,829 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB117 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 43,829 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 43,811 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 43,667 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 43,412 miles

Nearside Rear Hub Seal has a slight leak

Offside Rear Hub Seal has a slight leak

Pass 2 Mar 2021 43,364 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 43,338 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 43,250 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 43,003 miles

Nearside Rear cv boot torn

Offside Rear cv boot torn

Pass 7 Mar 2017 42,498 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 42,340 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 42,340 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 41,386 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 40,384 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 39,565 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 39,562 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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B117 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 B117 TVR, 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

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What year was B117 TVR registered?

B117 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is B117 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B117 TVR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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