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TVR 87S

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,705 mi
Last recorded92,705 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 87S
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 92,705 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 90,412 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2023 90,408 miles

Central Front Lower Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 89,263 miles

Front both coil spring corroded

Offside Front earth cable insecure

allot of corrosion on chassis not holed at time of test

Pass 14 Sep 2020 89,201 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 88,876 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 88,082 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 88,078 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 85,016 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 79,525 miles

Corrosion on o/s & n/s rear upper & lower suspension arms

Play in o/s track rod end

Pass 20 Aug 2015 77,204 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 74,828 miles

Play in o/s track rod end.

Pass 2 Sep 2013 71,821 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 68,919 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 65,252 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 61,209 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 55,953 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 50,611 miles

Corrosion on chassis.Rear shocker at n/s leaking.Front tyres aproaching wear bars.

Pass 8 Sep 2007 47,328 miles

Play in n/s track rod end.

Pass 12 Aug 2006 43,688 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 87S is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 87S, 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 TVR 87S registered?

TVR 87S is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 3 June 1997.

Is TVR 87S safe to buy?

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