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KLJ 54N

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

44,121 mi
Last recorded44,121 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLJ 54N
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 44,121 miles

Chassis corroded

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 44,091 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp comes on with stop lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

chassis corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2021 44,072 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front beam image slightly distorted

reat bubs damp with fluid

Pass 9 Apr 2019 44,010 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 43,892 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 43,604 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 43,603 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 43,081 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 41,828 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 41,152 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 40,792 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 39,762 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 38,675 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 38,675 miles

registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

corrosion to some of the suspension arms

number plate lamps fitted behind plate ted

Pass 5 Jul 2008 37,075 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 37,075 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 33,120 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 33,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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KLJ 54N is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KLJ 54N, 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 KLJ 54N registered?

KLJ 54N is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is KLJ 54N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLJ 54N shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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