MOT Status
ValidMileage
46,511 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Front Inner Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.16 (d) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Emissions not tested overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Chassis is becoming corroded
Both front upper ball joint boots are perishing
Both headlamps have been bonded to wings
Chassis frame is very corroded
HEADLIGHT AJUSTERS IN POOR CONDITION
Underside of vehicle is very corroded
Headlamp aim too high Both (1.8)
Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Both headlamps have been bonded to wings
Chassis frame is very corroded
Underside of vehicle is very corroded
Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid All (8.2.3)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Motor jammed (8.2.2)
Crack in screen
Underside suspension components are very corroded
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Tvr Chimaera?
Based on 74,906 MOT tests across 4,721 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P838 UGU is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 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 P838 UGU, 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.
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How do I check the history of P838 UGU?
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What year was P838 UGU registered?
P838 UGU is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 May 1997.
Is P838 UGU safe to buy?
The MOT history for P838 UGU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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