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P102 PLM

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,888 mi
Last recorded75,888 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP102 PLM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,942cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2026 75,888 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 75,810 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 75,568 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 75,405 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 75,224 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 74,935 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 74,702 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 74,574 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 74,445 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 74,325 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 72,514 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 70,918 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 70,817 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 65,057 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 61,189 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 57,599 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 54,169 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 50,158 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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P102 PLM is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P102 PLM, 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 P102 PLM?

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What year was P102 PLM registered?

P102 PLM is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is P102 PLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P102 PLM shows 18 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 P102 PLM have outstanding finance?

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