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R7 VRC

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,387 mi
Last recorded61,387 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 VRC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2020 61,387 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 60,182 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 59,212 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 58,275 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 57,517 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 56,977 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 56,592 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r handbrake cable slightly chafing

Pass 24 Jun 2009 55,538 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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R7 VRC is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R7 VRC, 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 R7 VRC?

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What year was R7 VRC registered?

R7 VRC is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R7 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R7 VRC shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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