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P5 LTR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,151 mi
Last recorded23,151 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 LTR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 23,151 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 22,670 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 21,566 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 20,069 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 19,434 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 18,952 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 16,736 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 16,736 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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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P5 LTR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P5 LTR, 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 P5 LTR?

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What year was P5 LTR registered?

P5 LTR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 January 1997.

Is P5 LTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 LTR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P5 LTR have outstanding finance?

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