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P399 ERX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,947 mi
Last recorded29,947 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP399 ERX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 29,947 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 28,040 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 27,815 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 26,680 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 26,545 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 25,260 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 24,532 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 23,062 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 23,000 miles

handbrake stiff - hard to pull

power steering operation seems a bit stiff - works fine

too light to see if number plate rear lighting works effectively in dark

wipers sometimes not parking in correct place

Fail 29 Apr 2016 23,000 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking power steering pump hose (2.3.3b)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

handbrake stiff - hard to pull

power steering operation seems a bit stiff - works fine

too light to see if number plate rear lighting works effectively in dark

wipers sometimes not parking in correct place

Pass 7 Oct 2014 23,000 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 23,000 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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P399 ERX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P399 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 P399 ERX registered?

P399 ERX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P399 ERX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P399 ERX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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