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P779 PLO

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,699 mi
Last recorded46,699 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP779 PLO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 46,699 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 46,352 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 39,995 miles

both rear brake discs badly corroded.

Pass 3 Dec 2015 37,853 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 35,778 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 32,255 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 32,255 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Jun 2007 32,102 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 32,102 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 29,752 miles

oil leak

wipers slightly smearing

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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P779 PLO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P779 PLO, 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 P779 PLO registered?

P779 PLO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P779 PLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P779 PLO shows 10 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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