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P389 XRG

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

77,159 mi
Last recorded77,159 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 XRG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 77,159 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 76,009 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 75,746 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 75,448 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 75,240 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 75,064 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 74,204 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 73,575 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 72,682 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 72,371 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 72,371 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 72,223 miles

small oil leak

Pass 4 May 2012 71,658 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 71,077 miles

BRAKE DISCS STARTING TO CORRODE.

Pass 3 Feb 2010 69,795 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 63,925 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 57,056 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 52,422 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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P389 XRG is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Silver 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 P389 XRG, 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 P389 XRG?

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What year was P389 XRG registered?

P389 XRG is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P389 XRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P389 XRG 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.

Does P389 XRG have outstanding finance?

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