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R795 OVK

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Yellow Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,078 mi
Last recorded92,078 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR795 OVK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2015 92,078 miles

under body corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2014 90,838 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 10 Apr 2013 89,999 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Apr 2013 89,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2012 89,008 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 88,414 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 87,203 miles

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

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

hand brake lever has very little reserve travel left

Pass 15 Apr 2009 85,588 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 82,773 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 80,000 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 77,693 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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R795 OVK is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Yellow with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 R795 OVK, 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 R795 OVK registered?

R795 OVK is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R795 OVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R795 OVK shows 11 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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