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P528 HOP

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,029 mi
Last recorded44,029 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP528 HOP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 44,029 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 44,010 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 44,001 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 43,936 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 43,925 miles

Main beam tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 43,864 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 41,940 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 41,940 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 41,683 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 41,683 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 41,216 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 41,216 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 40,094 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

both headlamps on lowest setting

Fail 22 Jun 2012 40,090 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 38,556 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 37,162 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 34,769 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 33,023 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 30,633 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 28,223 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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P528 HOP is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P528 HOP, 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 P528 HOP?

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What year was P528 HOP registered?

P528 HOP is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P528 HOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P528 HOP shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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