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L5 BOF

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,436 mi
Last recorded72,436 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2013
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 BOF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2013 72,436 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 71,504 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 68,234 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 63,576 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 59,341 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 54,037 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 53,000 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 50,549 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 48,579 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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L5 BOF is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 L5 BOF, 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 L5 BOF?

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What year was L5 BOF registered?

L5 BOF is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is L5 BOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 BOF shows 9 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 L5 BOF have outstanding finance?

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