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HOT 14S

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

101,905 mi
Last recorded101,905 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOT 14S
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 101,905 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 98,578 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 98,559 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 96,045 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 92,066 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 87,415 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 84,363 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 82,209 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 77,681 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 72,159 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 67,204 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 64,656 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 60,462 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 57,612 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 54,495 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 49,475 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 49,475 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

screw in o/s/f tyre tread

Pass 22 Feb 2011 46,159 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 42,270 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 39,128 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 36,475 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 34,014 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 32,279 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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HOT 14S is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 HOT 14S, 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 HOT 14S registered?

HOT 14S is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is HOT 14S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOT 14S shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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