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R748 PKS

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

99,660 mi
Last recorded99,660 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR748 PKS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 99,660 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 98,206 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis outriggers (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 96,407 miles

Chassis condition showing signs of corrosion

Pass 19 Apr 2023 93,957 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 93,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

power steering fluid leak

Pass 6 Oct 2021 93,811 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 93,811 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 93,213 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 91,053 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 90,500 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2017 90,003 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 86,650 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 85,363 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 84,436 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 83,518 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 79,200 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 71,103 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

nearside front tyre is low on edges

offside front tyre is low on inner edge

slight play in nearside of steering

Fail 8 Apr 2011 71,099 miles

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

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

both front brake discs are pitted

nearside front tyre is low on edges

offside front tyre is low on inner edge

slight play in nearside of steering

Pass 3 Feb 2010 62,213 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jan 2010 62,213 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 56,679 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 49,838 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 42,966 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 42,963 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 39,769 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

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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R748 PKS is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 R748 PKS, 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

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What year was R748 PKS registered?

R748 PKS is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R748 PKS shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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