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P192 SLG

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,905 mi
Last recorded33,905 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP192 SLG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 33,905 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 32,838 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 30,724 miles

signs of corrosion on front suspension wishbones.

Fail 23 Jun 2015 30,724 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

signs of corrosion on front suspension wishbones.

Pass 18 Jul 2014 28,730 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 28,730 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 26,174 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 26,131 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 25,746 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 25,360 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 24,856 miles

n/s engine mount slightly perished on top face

Pass 13 May 2009 24,312 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 23,795 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 23,297 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 22,643 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 22,639 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

engine oil leak,possiably rear main oil seal

grease leaking from both rear hubs.

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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P192 SLG is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P192 SLG, 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.

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What year was P192 SLG registered?

P192 SLG is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P192 SLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P192 SLG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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