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N5 SMV

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,283 mi
Last recorded39,283 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 SMV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 39,283 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 39,190 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 39,095 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 39,022 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 38,799 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 38,652 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 38,461 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 37,904 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 36,590 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 35,438 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 33,845 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

adv rear hub seals leaking

Pass 16 Apr 2009 33,845 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

adv rear hub seals leaking

Pass 14 Feb 2008 30,442 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 29,576 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 25,168 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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N5 SMV is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 N5 SMV, 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 N5 SMV?

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What year was N5 SMV registered?

N5 SMV is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is N5 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 SMV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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