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P221 BPL

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

40,595 mi
Last recorded40,595 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 BPL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 40,595 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 40,002 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 38,500 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 37,088 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 36,328 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 35,768 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 35,076 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2019 34,793 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 33,716 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 33,494 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 31,171 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 29,478 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 29,313 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 7 Sep 2007 28,370 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 28,370 miles

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

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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P221 BPL is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 P221 BPL, 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 P221 BPL?

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What year was P221 BPL registered?

P221 BPL is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 29 January 1997.

Is P221 BPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P221 BPL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P221 BPL have outstanding finance?

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