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GUY 468X

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,450 mi
Last recorded39,450 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUY 468X
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 39,450 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 36,337 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 35,932 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 35,691 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 35,283 miles
Fail 6 May 2020 35,280 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 35,243 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 34,725 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 33,985 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 32,980 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 32,186 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 29,301 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 29,301 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 28,781 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 28,689 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 27,829 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 26,418 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 26,418 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 Rear 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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GUY 468X is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GUY 468X, 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 GUY 468X registered?

GUY 468X is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is GUY 468X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUY 468X shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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