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P500 GBR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

47,347 mi
Last recorded47,347 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP500 GBR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 47,347 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 46,320 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 44,461 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 41,937 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 41,608 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 41,033 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 40,034 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 39,394 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 39,394 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 May 2017 38,650 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 37,344 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 36,611 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 35,316 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 33,205 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 32,943 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 32,924 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 32,050 miles

temp lights fitted to number plate

Pass 14 Jul 2009 31,734 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 30,776 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 30,265 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 29,315 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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P500 GBR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P500 GBR, 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 P500 GBR?

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What year was P500 GBR registered?

P500 GBR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P500 GBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P500 GBR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P500 GBR have outstanding finance?

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