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P200 TVR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

35,813 mi
Last recorded35,813 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP200 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 35,813 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 35,593 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 35,418 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 35,220 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 34,921 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 34,775 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 34,413 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 34,126 miles

Offside front brake hose ferrule starting to corrode

Pass 22 Aug 2017 33,863 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 33,058 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 32,128 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 30,934 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 29,695 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 12 Apr 2013 28,032 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 26,716 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2011 24,938 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 24,938 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 23,851 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 23,263 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 22,671 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 22,212 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 21,114 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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P200 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P200 TVR, 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 P200 TVR registered?

P200 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P200 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P200 TVR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P200 TVR have outstanding finance?

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