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P211 OSX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Black Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,834 mi
Last recorded57,834 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP211 OSX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 57,834 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 57,581 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 57,174 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 56,427 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 55,795 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 55,795 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 55,201 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 54,308 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 53,095 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 52,450 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 52,350 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2015 52,316 miles

minor oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2014 52,241 miles

minor oil leak

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Oct 2012 51,200 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 50,533 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 50,485 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 50,371 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 50,371 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 49,316 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 45,687 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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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P211 OSX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Black with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P211 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 P211 OSX?

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What year was P211 OSX registered?

P211 OSX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P211 OSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P211 OSX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P211 OSX have outstanding finance?

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