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WIL 4454

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,453 mi
Last recorded59,453 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIL 4454
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 59,453 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2024 59,313 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2024 59,311 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 59,135 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 58,930 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 58,599 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 55,510 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 55,300 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 55,015 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 55,015 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 54,973 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 54,872 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 54,861 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 54,861 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 54,842 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 54,686 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 54,629 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 54,443 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 54,221 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 53,448 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 53,334 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 31 May 2006 52,081 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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WIL 4454 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,002 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 WIL 4454, 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 WIL 4454?

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What year was WIL 4454 registered?

WIL 4454 is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is WIL 4454 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WIL 4454 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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