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H1 TVR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,570 mi
Last recorded38,570 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 38,570 miles
Pass 26 May 2025 37,685 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 37,217 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 37,044 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 36,481 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 36,055 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 35,385 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 35,283 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 34,920 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 34,298 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 33,887 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 33,310 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 32,542 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 31,564 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 31,035 miles

both front tyres sidewalls/treads splitting

Fail 16 Jul 2008 31,031 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both front tyres sidewalls/treads splitting

Pass 5 Jul 2007 30,698 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 5 Jul 2007 30,698 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 29,567 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 24,747 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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H1 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 H1 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

How do I check the history of H1 TVR?

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What year was H1 TVR registered?

H1 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is H1 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H1 TVR shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H1 TVR have outstanding finance?

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