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P400 WLR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,669 mi
Last recorded78,669 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP400 WLR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 78,669 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 78,043 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 77,461 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 77,224 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 76,144 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 75,677 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 75,396 miles

Offside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 75,003 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 74,657 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 74,194 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 73,768 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 73,154 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 72,471 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 71,964 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 71,401 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 70,788 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 69,780 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 68,708 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 66,356 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 64,710 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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P400 WLR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 P400 WLR, 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 P400 WLR registered?

P400 WLR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P400 WLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P400 WLR shows 20 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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