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R54 VDV

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,291 mi
Last recorded29,291 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 VDV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 29,291 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 29,164 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 29,126 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 29,096 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 28,904 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 28,390 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disk pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disk pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 28,104 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 27,746 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 27,746 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 27,430 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 27,216 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 26,750 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 26,411 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 25,777 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 25,369 miles

Both front brake discs have slight run-out

Horn weak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear number plate poor

Pass 3 Apr 2009 24,818 miles

Chassis very rusty

Rear brake discs rusty

Sump damaged/leaking oil

Pass 4 Apr 2008 24,287 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 23,692 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 23,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front upper and lower suspension arms very rusty

O/S/F tyre low on outer edge

Rear brake disc's rusty on inner side

Pass 3 Apr 2006 23,036 miles

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

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

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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R54 VDV is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc 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 R54 VDV, 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.

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What year was R54 VDV registered?

R54 VDV is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R54 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 VDV 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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