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B9 SJO

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,284 mi
Last recorded42,284 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 SJO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2025 42,284 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 41,957 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 41,657 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 41,200 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 40,678 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 40,290 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 40,248 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 40,231 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 40,229 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 40,186 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 40,087 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 39,880 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 39,615 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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B9 SJO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 B9 SJO, 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 B9 SJO?

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What year was B9 SJO registered?

B9 SJO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is B9 SJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 SJO shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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