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L800 SLB

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

30,889 mi
Last recorded30,889 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL800 SLB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 30,889 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 28,894 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 28,885 miles

Both number plate lights dull

Fail 9 May 2024 28,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working Both (3.4 (a))

Both number plate lights dull

Pass 16 Mar 2022 26,597 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 24,014 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 22,810 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 21,102 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 18,850 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 18,221 miles

heavily undersealed

Fail 25 May 2016 18,221 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

heavily undersealed

Pass 22 Jun 2015 17,853 miles

heavily undersealed

Fail 9 Jun 2015 17,853 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

heavily undersealed

Pass 21 May 2014 16,746 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 15,762 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 15,749 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 14,063 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 13,684 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 13,147 miles

Oil leak

n/s & o/s protection covers fitted underneath vehicle

Pass 17 Jul 2009 10,341 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 3,026 miles

Oil leak

nearside front and offside front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 23 Jan 2008 3,025 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

nearside front and offside front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 8 Jan 2007 2,859 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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L800 SLB is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 L800 SLB, 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 L800 SLB?

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What year was L800 SLB registered?

L800 SLB is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is L800 SLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L800 SLB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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