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P829 VWX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,165 mi
Last recorded52,165 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP829 VWX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 52,165 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 51,892 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 51,692 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 51,068 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 50,825 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 50,677 miles

Power steering pump noisy.

Pass 4 Oct 2018 50,646 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 50,538 miles

Front brake imbalance.

O/S and N/S Rear chassis areas corroded.

Power steering pump noisy.

Pass 11 Oct 2016 50,495 miles

Corrosion to front suspension arms.

Oil leak at N/S/R Hub area.

Power steering noisy.

Pass 19 Oct 2015 50,477 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 50,281 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 50,014 miles

Paint flaking from the chassis, areas of advanced corrosion.

Pass 22 Oct 2012 49,814 miles

Oil leak

Some movment in rear shocker lower bushes.

Pass 21 Oct 2011 49,510 miles

The paint is flaking off the chassis and suspension arms.

Pass 15 Oct 2010 49,295 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 48,789 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 48,659 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 47,800 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 46,902 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 45,777 miles

Play in nearside front suspension top ball joint becoming excssive.

Pass 27 Oct 2005 44,849 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 44,806 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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P829 VWX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P829 VWX, 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 P829 VWX registered?

P829 VWX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P829 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P829 VWX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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