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P208 OSX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,598 mi
Last recorded53,598 miles
Recorded on7 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP208 OSX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 May 2014 53,598 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 51,267 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 50,105 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 46,300 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 42,288 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 38,074 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 30,401 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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P208 OSX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 P208 OSX, 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 P208 OSX?

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What year was P208 OSX registered?

P208 OSX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 July 1997.

Is P208 OSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P208 OSX shows 7 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 P208 OSX have outstanding finance?

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