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Est: £7,000 - £8,000
1997 TVR CHIMAERA 400
United Kingdom • 30 Jul 2026 • Lot 77
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
A well-maintained 1997 TVR Chimaera 400 with 50,800 miles, featuring a desirable 4.0L V8 and manual gearbox.
Recent chassis retreatment, new outriggers, and clutch hydraulics are significant positives, supported by a strong history file.
Condition
7
Good history, recent works
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
50,800 miles
P694PLE
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
In Brief:
A good example of TVR's Chimaera utlising the 4 litre block
Finsihed in Cooper Green over a Magnolia leather interior with a Black soft top
Owned by The Vendor for the last 11 years
Genuine 50,800 miles from new
Accompanied by a great history file including original owner’s handbook containing 14 service stamps
Auctioneer’s Notes:
A fine example of the charismatic TVR Chimaera 400, this 1997 model offers the classic recipe of a lightweight composite body, muscular Rover V8 power and an involving 5-speed manual gearbox.
Celebrated for its elegant roadster styling, raw performance and unmistakable soundtrack, the Chimaera remains one of the most appealing British sports cars of its era.
The 400 variant is powered by the 3,950cc Rover V8, producing around 240 bhp and delivering performance capable of 0-60 mph in approximately 5.1 seconds, with a top speed quoted at around 152 mph.
Maintenance & Condition:
This example benefits from a number of important works in re...
Points of note
£3,150
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£11,184
Median Price (Since 2020)
£32,480
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Apr 28 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
50,800 miles
Registration Date
1997-06-24
MOT History
Passed
On Apr 29 2026 with 50,800 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Suspension components general corrosion
- Rear Suspension components general corrosion
- Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Mar 19 2025 with 50,800 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Passed
On Mar 14 2024 with 50,800 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Minor:
- Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Front Suspension wishbones have surface corrosion
Passed
On Mar 23 2023 with 50,070 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- All suspension dampers in poor condition
- Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Corrosion (4.1.4 (b))
Passed
On Aug 25 2020 with 49,423 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- slight corrosion too vehicle and componants
Passed
On Aug 30 2019 with 89,167 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- parking brake effiency just met
Passed
On Jul 23 2018 with 48,128 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Aug 02 2017 with 47,065 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- Oil leak
Passed
On Jul 25 2016 with 43,783 miles
Passed
On Aug 21 2015 with 41,843 miles
Failed
On Jun 24 2015 with 41,807 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Passed
On Feb 25 2014 with 41,147 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- 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)
User Entered:
- n/s/r shock absorber was dry at time of test
Failed
On Feb 17 2014 with 41,121 miles
There were 12 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
- Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- 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)
- Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Passed
On Mar 01 2013 with 39,861 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Failed
On Nov 18 2011 with 38,794 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Passed
On Nov 18 2011 with 38,794 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Passed
On Nov 10 2010 with 37,033 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Passed
On Nov 10 2009 with 35,351 miles
Passed
On Nov 20 2008 with 33,746 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Oct 12 2007 with 31,087 miles
Failed
On Oct 12 2007 with 31,087 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Passed
On Oct 13 2006 with 29,280 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- offside wiper near worn
- steering rack damp
Passed
On Oct 15 2005 with 28,227 miles
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