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R787 DNP

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,637 mi
Last recorded53,637 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR787 DNP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 53,637 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 53,438 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 53,294 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 52,884 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 52,525 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 51,919 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 51,250 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 50,545 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 50,034 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 48,911 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 47,928 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 46,854 miles

rear number plate lights are slightly dim as they are manufactured behind the numberplate by tvr

Fail 22 Jul 2013 46,854 miles

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear number plate lights are slightly dim as they are manufactured behind the numberplate by tvr

Pass 1 Jun 2012 46,308 miles

Oil leak

illuminated rear reg plate dim

Pass 1 Jul 2011 45,174 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 42,550 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 42,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2009 39,273 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 38,854 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear inner + outer cvj boots split

Pass 17 Apr 2008 33,000 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 32,028 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 30,973 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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R787 DNP is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R787 DNP, 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 R787 DNP registered?

R787 DNP is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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The MOT history for R787 DNP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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