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P250 PLX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

28,340 mi
Last recorded28,340 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP250 PLX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 28,340 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 28,007 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 27,510 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 27,214 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 26,972 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 26,972 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 26,767 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 26,478 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 26,415 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 26,257 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 25,592 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 25,321 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 24,473 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 24,296 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 22,999 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 22,014 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 20,453 miles

small roughness to steering

Pass 25 Apr 2006 17,967 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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P250 PLX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P250 PLX, 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 P250 PLX?

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What year was P250 PLX registered?

P250 PLX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P250 PLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P250 PLX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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