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P826 KWL

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,610 mi
Last recorded66,610 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP826 KWL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 66,610 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 65,177 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 63,671 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 62,550 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 58,878 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 55,165 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 51,306 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 47,331 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 43,700 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 43,700 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 42,161 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside rear brake effort slightly low

Pass 20 Jan 2006 38,829 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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P826 KWL is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P826 KWL, 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 P826 KWL registered?

P826 KWL is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P826 KWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P826 KWL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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