MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
76,615 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
nearside headlamp lens damaged
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
numberplate light not fitted
Oil leak
n/s dip head light lens is damaged
parking brake only just makes the required efficiency
Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
Nearside Front Steering system lock to lock check exposes a slightly damaged brake hose (2.2.D.2b)
Oil leak
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
n/s dip head light lens is damaged
outer frame rails are rusted
nail in outer edge of tread of n/s/r tyre
slight brake judder (front?)
How Reliable is the Tvr Chimaera?
Based on 74,906 MOT tests across 4,721 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P83 DNP is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
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 P83 DNP, 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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What year was P83 DNP registered?
P83 DNP is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 January 1997.
Is P83 DNP safe to buy?
The MOT history for P83 DNP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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