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R450 TRV

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

45,073 mi
Last recorded45,073 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR450 TRV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 45,073 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 44,810 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 44,529 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 44,093 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 43,820 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 43,128 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 41,248 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 40,281 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 40,281 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 39,847 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 38,316 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 37,579 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 36,028 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 35,061 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 33,950 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 33,950 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 32,182 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 32,180 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2010 31,931 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 30,299 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 30,186 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 29,406 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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R450 TRV is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R450 TRV, 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 R450 TRV?

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What year was R450 TRV registered?

R450 TRV is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R450 TRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R450 TRV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R450 TRV have outstanding finance?

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