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P864 TDX

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,487 mi
Last recorded89,487 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP864 TDX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 89,487 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 86,158 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front suspension arms corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2016 82,415 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened top wishbone (2.4.G.1)

both front head lamp reflectors corroded

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

damp stain at n/s/r brake caliper

Pass 5 Jun 2015 78,455 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 72,763 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 70,482 miles

steering pump noisy

Fail 14 May 2013 70,478 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2012 68,630 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 63,754 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 63,351 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 58,838 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

handbrake grip slightly loose

Fail 17 Jan 2009 58,838 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

handbrake grip slightly loose

Pass 9 Jan 2008 52,780 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 45,935 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 46,935 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

osr cv boot split

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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P864 TDX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 P864 TDX, 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 P864 TDX registered?

P864 TDX is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 March 1997.

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