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SBZ 140

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,945 mi
Last recorded39,945 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBZ 140
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 39,945 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 39,838 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 39,263 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 39,155 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 39,036 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 38,809 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 38,311 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 37,918 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 37,365 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 36,922 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 36,087 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 36,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Chassis and suspension arms rusting.

Pass 4 Jul 2011 35,895 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 35,769 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 35,769 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 35,508 miles

n/s rear inner drive shaft boot insecure

o/s rear outer drive shaft boot split

Pass 22 May 2008 35,185 miles

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

rear no plate slightly loose

Pass 15 Feb 2007 34,579 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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SBZ 140 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SBZ 140, 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 SBZ 140 registered?

SBZ 140 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is SBZ 140 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBZ 140 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBZ 140 have outstanding finance?

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