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88 CJB

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

49,625 mi
Last recorded49,625 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration88 CJB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 49,625 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 49,300 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 48,521 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 47,290 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 44,897 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 42,477 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 40,351 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 40,157 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 40,156 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 39,713 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 39,879 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 38,906 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 38,098 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s wiper leaves slight marks

Pass 16 May 2012 37,477 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 37,129 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 34,160 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 34,006 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 33,441 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 32,674 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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88 CJB is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 88 CJB, 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 88 CJB?

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What year was 88 CJB registered?

88 CJB is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is 88 CJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 88 CJB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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