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K50 SLO

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,795 mi
Last recorded20,795 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK50 SLO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 20,795 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 20,776 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 20,708 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 20,558 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 20,558 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 20,486 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 20,372 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 20,240 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 19,862 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 19,757 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 19,584 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 19,524 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 19,474 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 19,142 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 18,818 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 18,297 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 18,149 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 16,863 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 May 2006 16,391 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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K50 SLO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K50 SLO, 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 K50 SLO?

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What year was K50 SLO registered?

K50 SLO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 July 1997.

Is K50 SLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K50 SLO shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K50 SLO have outstanding finance?

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