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P392 ERX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,064 mi
Last recorded46,064 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP392 ERX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 46,064 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 45,185 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2011 45,185 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 44,230 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 43,513 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 43,292 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 42,973 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 42,973 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine and gearbox oil leaks

o,s,r shock has a slight leak.

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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P392 ERX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P392 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 P392 ERX registered?

P392 ERX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P392 ERX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P392 ERX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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