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P603 APH

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,323 mi
Last recorded79,323 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP603 APH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 79,323 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 tyres low (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 79,236 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 78,720 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 78,720 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 78,297 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 77,934 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 77,934 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 77,358 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 77,358 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 76,888 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 76,541 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 76,282 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 75,892 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 75,063 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 73,020 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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P603 APH 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 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 P603 APH, 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

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What year was P603 APH registered?

P603 APH is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P603 APH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P603 APH shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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