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R522 PDP

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,145 mi
Last recorded55,145 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR522 PDP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 55,145 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 54,735 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 54,283 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 53,952 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 53,335 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 52,503 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 51,661 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 51,132 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 50,199 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 49,225 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 47,657 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 46,299 miles

advise rear brake discs corroded

Fail 23 Apr 2013 46,299 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise rear brake discs corroded

Pass 16 May 2012 45,892 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 44,934 miles

osr and nsr brake discs corroded

Fail 26 May 2011 44,934 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

osr and nsr brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2010 44,113 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 44,112 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 42,683 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 40,400 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 37,397 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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R522 PDP is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R522 PDP, 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 R522 PDP?

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What year was R522 PDP registered?

R522 PDP is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R522 PDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R522 PDP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R522 PDP have outstanding finance?

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