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P602 REX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

44,516 mi
Last recorded44,516 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP602 REX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 44,516 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 42,393 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 41,488 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 40,849 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 40,124 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 38,897 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 38,346 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 37,124 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 35,611 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 34,719 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 34,461 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 33,909 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 33,504 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 33,110 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 32,409 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 31,903 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 31,147 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 30,333 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 28,915 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 27,016 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 27,014 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

d s gators starting to perish

top diff bush cracked

Pass 9 Jan 2006 23,231 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Jan 2006 23,231 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Engine oil leaking onto exhaust .

Near side top arm bushes have moved over, metal to metal.

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Petrol smell from rear ?

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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P602 REX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P602 REX, 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 P602 REX?

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What year was P602 REX registered?

P602 REX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P602 REX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P602 REX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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