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F19 GJR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,501 mi
Last recorded26,501 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF19 GJR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 26,501 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 26,096 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 25,614 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 24,736 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 24,582 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 24,568 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 25,543 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 24,538 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 24,394 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 23,658 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 23,140 miles

steering rack boots weeping oil slightly

Pass 12 Apr 2008 22,649 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 21,717 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 20,313 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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F19 GJR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 F19 GJR, 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 F19 GJR registered?

F19 GJR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is F19 GJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F19 GJR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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