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P256 LTR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,266 mi
Last recorded28,266 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP256 LTR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 28,266 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 26,518 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 26,365 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 26,306 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 26,239 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 26,214 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

wipers smearing

Fail 16 Sep 2021 26,146 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

wipers smearing

Pass 14 Sep 2020 26,095 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 26,054 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 25,973 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 25,740 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 25,450 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 24,960 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 24,735 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 24,707 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 24,275 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 23,344 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 23,319 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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P256 LTR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P256 LTR, 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 P256 LTR?

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What year was P256 LTR registered?

P256 LTR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P256 LTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P256 LTR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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