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P51 OPX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,068 mi
Last recorded58,068 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP51 OPX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 58,068 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 57,971 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 57,659 miles

Nearside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 57,252 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 57,251 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 57,168 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 56,768 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 56,045 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 54,655 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 53,027 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 52,308 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 51,168 miles

rear registration plate lamps fitted behind reg plate shine through

Pass 2 Apr 2012 47,364 miles

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 46,269 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 39,021 miles

both rear discs rusty on inner edges

both rear tyres wearing in center

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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P51 OPX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P51 OPX, 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 P51 OPX?

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What year was P51 OPX registered?

P51 OPX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 19 April 1997.

Is P51 OPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P51 OPX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P51 OPX have outstanding finance?

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