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P550 SBJ

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,895 mi
Last recorded78,895 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP550 SBJ
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 78,895 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 75,938 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 73,224 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 70,000 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 63,963 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 59,482 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 54,808 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear brake discs are rusty on inside

steering rack is slightly noisy when rocked

Pass 8 May 2012 50,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front upper ball joint gaiters are slightly loose round pins

Pass 16 May 2011 48,430 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 44,787 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 42,477 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 42,476 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 41,741 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 41,707 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

plate which holds light swich fog switch and hazard switch is slightly loose in dash.

Pass 24 Mar 2006 39,248 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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P550 SBJ is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P550 SBJ, 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.

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What year was P550 SBJ registered?

P550 SBJ is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 April 1997.

Is P550 SBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P550 SBJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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