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E97 TVR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

33,578 mi
Last recorded33,578 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE97 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 33,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres starting to wear on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 33,411 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Bent on rear section (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel is close to lower arm. not touching on lock to lock check

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All upper arms front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2023 33,394 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Bent on rear section (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel is close to lower arm. not touching on lock to lock check

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All upper arms front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 33,045 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 32,823 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 32,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 32,429 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 32,126 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 32,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 31,852 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 31,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 31,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 31,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Aug 2012 31,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 31,277 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 30,853 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2009 30,277 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2008 27,632 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 25,005 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 25,005 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Apr 2006 24,767 miles

Centre Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Centre Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 Lower 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)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 24,767 miles

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 Lower 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)

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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E97 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 E97 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.

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What year was E97 TVR registered?

E97 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is E97 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E97 TVR shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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