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G11 CJS

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,760 mi
Last recorded30,760 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG11 CJS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 30,760 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 30,760 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 30,760 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 30,760 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 30,760 miles

Nearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 30,719 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 30,719 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 30,717 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 30,716 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 30,714 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 30,700 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 30,576 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 30,524 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 30,424 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Outer Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 17 Mar 2011 30,235 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 30,235 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 30,014 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 29,774 miles

Centre Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 29,774 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 29,612 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 29,527 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 29,526 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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G11 CJS is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G11 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 G11 CJS registered?

G11 CJS is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is G11 CJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G11 CJS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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