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P575 KNC

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,429 mi
Last recorded4,429 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP575 KNC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2009 4,429 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 4,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 12 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 19,999 miles

note hand brake only just passes advise softer compound brake pads

Pass 9 Feb 2006 15,913 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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P575 KNC is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P575 KNC, 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 P575 KNC?

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What year was P575 KNC registered?

P575 KNC is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 11 February 1997.

Is P575 KNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P575 KNC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P575 KNC have outstanding finance?

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