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L40 RVT

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,026 mi
Last recorded51,026 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL40 RVT
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 51,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Several Testable Components Obscured by Under Trays

Fail 9 Jun 2026 51,026 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Several Testable Components Obscured by Under Trays

Pass 9 Jul 2025 50,781 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 50,698 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 50,473 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 50,247 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 49,910 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 49,073 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 49,001 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 43,804 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 43,804 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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L40 RVT is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,002 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 L40 RVT, 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 L40 RVT registered?

L40 RVT is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is L40 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L40 RVT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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