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L55 TVR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,027 mi
Last recorded26,027 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL55 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 26,027 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 25,788 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 25,729 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 25,684 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 25,620 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 25,605 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 25,210 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 24,955 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 24,741 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 24,458 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 22,949 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 21,728 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 21,462 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 20,834 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 20,834 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 20,111 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 19,646 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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L55 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 L55 TVR, 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 L55 TVR registered?

L55 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L55 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L55 TVR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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