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P899 TCV

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

25,135 mi
Last recorded25,135 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP899 TCV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 25,135 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2025 24,625 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 24,017 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2023 24,015 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 23,964 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 23,838 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 23,712 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 23,464 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 23,135 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 23,121 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 22,905 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 20,020 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2014 18,297 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 15,722 miles

all tyres perished

Fail 14 Dec 2010 15,548 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 15,548 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 15,163 miles

front wishbones rusted

Pass 9 Jan 2009 14,509 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 13,714 miles

Parking brake effort on n/s lower than o/s 150 / 200.

Fail 8 Jan 2008 13,714 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake effort on n/s lower than o/s 150 / 200.

Pass 14 Dec 2006 13,228 miles

o/s/f brake hose end rusted

Pass 11 Jan 2006 12,342 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 12,342 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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P899 TCV is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P899 TCV, 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 P899 TCV registered?

P899 TCV is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is P899 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P899 TCV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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