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P259 LTR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,617 mi
Last recorded96,617 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP259 LTR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2010 96,617 miles

rear hub to offside slight leak of fluid

Pass 25 May 2010 96,337 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 95,691 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 95,337 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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P259 LTR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P259 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 P259 LTR?

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What year was P259 LTR registered?

P259 LTR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P259 LTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P259 LTR shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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