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P909 NOL

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,327 mi
Last recorded51,327 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP909 NOL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 51,327 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 50,680 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 50,440 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 50,164 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 49,840 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 49,689 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 49,259 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 46,985 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 46,985 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 45,682 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 45,040 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 44,719 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 44,719 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 44,318 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 43,058 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 40,488 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 37,832 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 34,486 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 31,199 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 27,869 miles

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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P909 NOL is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P909 NOL, 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 P909 NOL registered?

P909 NOL is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P909 NOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P909 NOL shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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