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P609 APH

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,697 mi
Last recorded76,697 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP609 APH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 May 2021 76,697 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2016 76,400 miles

Nearside Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short engine bay (1.9.2b)

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

Offside Front Lower Radius arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

chassis corroded

oil leak

Fail 11 Jul 2016 76,400 miles

Nearside Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short engine bay (1.9.2b)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Radius arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

chassis corroded

oil leak

Pass 29 May 2014 74,960 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 May 2013 72,552 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 69,940 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 69,389 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 68,830 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 68,290 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 67,683 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 67,190 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 66,724 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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P609 APH is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P609 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 P609 APH registered?

P609 APH is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P609 APH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P609 APH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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