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P990 LMO

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

56,100 mi
Last recorded56,100 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP990 LMO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 56,100 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 55,881 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 55,635 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 55,501 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 55,297 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 54,978 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 54,210 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 53,648 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 53,289 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 52,662 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 51,837 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 51,111 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 50,447 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 50,447 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 49,451 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 47,876 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 46,322 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 46,322 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 43,957 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 43,798 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 43,665 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 41,627 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 40,973 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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P990 LMO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P990 LMO, 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 P990 LMO?

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What year was P990 LMO registered?

P990 LMO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P990 LMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P990 LMO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P990 LMO have outstanding finance?

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