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P91 HRM

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

67,380 mi
Last recorded67,380 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP91 HRM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2021 67,380 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 67,006 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 66,924 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 66,911 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 May 2011 66,128 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 May 2010 65,577 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 63,195 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2009 63,145 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 59,859 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear driveshaft gaitors perrished

Fail 4 Dec 2008 59,859 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear driveshaft gaitors perrished

Pass 11 Jan 2008 53,388 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 52,920 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 50,481 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 46,394 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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P91 HRM is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P91 HRM, 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

How do I check the history of P91 HRM?

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What year was P91 HRM registered?

P91 HRM is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 29 January 1997.

Is P91 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P91 HRM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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