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P6 DAH

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

63,301 mi
Last recorded63,301 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP6 DAH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 63,301 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 62,727 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 61,960 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 60,873 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 59,997 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 58,666 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 57,674 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 56,631 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 55,579 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 54,238 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 53,776 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 53,691 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 53,504 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 53,263 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 53,013 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 53,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

passenger door dooesnt open from the outside

Pass 28 Sep 2010 52,532 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 52,515 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

REAR BRAKE DISCS SURFACES PART USED

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 52,489 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 52,307 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 52,307 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2007 51,469 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 50,565 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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P6 DAH is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P6 DAH, 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 P6 DAH registered?

P6 DAH is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P6 DAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P6 DAH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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