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HFZ 7038

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Other 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,584 mi
Last recorded102,584 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 7038
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 102,584 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 102,270 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 102,242 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 101,900 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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HFZ 7038 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HFZ 7038, 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 HFZ 7038?

You can check the full history of HFZ 7038 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HFZ 7038 registered?

HFZ 7038 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is HFZ 7038 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 7038 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFZ 7038 have outstanding finance?

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