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D2 KNK

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

70,578 mi
Last recorded70,578 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD2 KNK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 70,578 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2009 69,396 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake pipes and fuel pipes secured with cable ties

offside and nearside rear cv boots split

Fail 21 May 2009 69,396 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake pipes and fuel pipes secured with cable ties

offside and nearside rear cv boots split

Pass 9 May 2008 67,136 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

all brake discs slightly pitting

all out riggers have slight corrosion

boot not lock in closed positon

Fail 25 Apr 2008 67,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

all brake discs slightly pitting

all out riggers have slight corrosion

boot not lock in closed positon

Fail 26 Jan 2007 65,791 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 65,791 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 62,859 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 62,857 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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D2 KNK is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 D2 KNK, 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 D2 KNK registered?

D2 KNK is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 November 1997.

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