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P390 ERX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

32,969 mi
Last recorded32,969 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP390 ERX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 32,969 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 31,965 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 29,686 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 29,094 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 28,794 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 28,523 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 27,844 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 26,920 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 25,788 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 25,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 24,959 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 23,682 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 23,606 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 23,298 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 22,632 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 22,068 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 20,306 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 20,306 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 19,936 miles

Re check fuel line lengh and routeing.

Fail 7 Aug 2008 19,913 miles

Centre Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 19,527 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 17,972 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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P390 ERX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P390 ERX, 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 P390 ERX registered?

P390 ERX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 22 January 1997.

Is P390 ERX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P390 ERX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P390 ERX have outstanding finance?

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