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P8 TDF

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Purple Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

84,430 mi
Last recorded84,430 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 TDF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 84,430 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 84,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 83,762 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 83,762 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2016 59,769 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 59,760 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 57,991 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 56,046 miles

general damage to screen

offside enertia seat belt not working , 4 piont harness fitted

Fail 22 Sep 2012 56,044 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

general damage to screen

offside enertia seat belt not working , 4 piont harness fitted

Pass 28 May 2011 52,829 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 49,097 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 46,105 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Oct 2008 46,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2007 27,742 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 27,742 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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P8 TDF is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P8 TDF, 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 P8 TDF registered?

P8 TDF is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is P8 TDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 TDF shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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