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P227 BPL

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,266 mi
Last recorded24,266 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP227 BPL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 24,266 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 23,637 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Obligatory mirror slightly loose both (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 23,637 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Obligatory mirror slightly loose both (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 22,905 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 21,213 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 20,041 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 19,689 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2020 19,243 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 19,062 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 19,026 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 18,912 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 18,816 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2014 18,202 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front lower arms starting to rust

Pass 20 Feb 2013 18,149 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2012 18,106 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Feb 2011 17,938 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 17,918 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 17,915 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 17,659 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,466 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 17,388 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 17,062 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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P227 BPL 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 90.9%.

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 P227 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

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What year was P227 BPL registered?

P227 BPL is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P227 BPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P227 BPL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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