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TVR 45X

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,665 mi
Last recorded41,665 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 45X
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2012 41,665 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 41,591 miles

Oil leak

front wipers split

Pass 7 Aug 2010 41,438 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 41,176 miles

n/s/f seatbelt hard to retract

Pass 29 Apr 2008 40,601 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 40,649 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 40,485 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 45X is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 TVR 45X, 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 45X?

You can check the full history of TVR 45X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TVR 45X registered?

TVR 45X is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is TVR 45X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 45X shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVR 45X have outstanding finance?

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