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P50 GGM

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

33,334 mi
Last recorded33,334 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP50 GGM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 33,334 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 31,665 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 31,665 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 28,630 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 25,609 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 24,378 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 24,125 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 23,677 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 23,647 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 23,541 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 22,977 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 22,605 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 22,216 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 21,930 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 21,565 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 21,078 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 20,865 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 20,657 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 19,848 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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P50 GGM is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P50 GGM, 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 P50 GGM?

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What year was P50 GGM registered?

P50 GGM is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P50 GGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P50 GGM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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