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TVR 1B

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,741 mi
Last recorded77,741 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 1B
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 77,741 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 76,684 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2025 76,605 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 75,902 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 74,658 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face partially pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face partially pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 73,456 miles

Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres are slightly cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 73,456 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres are slightly cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 72,563 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 70,808 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 68,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 68,244 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 65,785 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 63,165 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 61,952 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 60,293 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 58,974 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 57,186 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 54,985 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 53,414 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 51,491 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Feb 2009 51,419 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 48,396 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 41,892 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 35,933 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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TVR 1B is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TVR 1B, 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 TVR 1B?

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What year was TVR 1B registered?

TVR 1B is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is TVR 1B safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 1B shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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