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D22 CJS

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,954 mi
Last recorded79,954 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD22 CJS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 79,954 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

steering rack

Pass 10 Jul 2024 79,614 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 79,239 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 77,927 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 74,285 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 74,284 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 73,415 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 71,448 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 69,641 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 69,641 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2012 67,553 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 65,739 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 65,716 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 63,659 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 63,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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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D22 CJS is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D22 CJS, 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 D22 CJS registered?

D22 CJS is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is D22 CJS safe to buy?

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