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P16 TPM

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Purple Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

75,706 mi
Last recorded75,706 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP16 TPM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 75,706 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2026 75,706 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2025 75,582 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 75,481 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 75,201 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 74,638 miles

both outer chassis rails corroding

Pass 16 Nov 2020 74,436 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside outer chassis rail corroded

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside outer chassis rail corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2019 73,360 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 May 2018 73,285 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2017 73,278 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 73,166 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 73,111 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 72,634 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 69,852 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 55,937 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 41,493 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 36,023 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 35,081 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 33,753 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 32,179 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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P16 TPM is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P16 TPM, 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 P16 TPM registered?

P16 TPM is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P16 TPM safe to buy?

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