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J123 DOM

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,302 mi
Last recorded67,302 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ123 DOM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 67,302 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 67,169 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 67,166 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 24 May 2022 67,159 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 May 2021 64,245 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 May 2021 64,245 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced tube (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 62,741 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 62,741 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting seat belt dock (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))

chassis corroded

Pass 10 May 2018 60,546 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 58,253 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 56,781 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 55,563 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 52,198 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 48,443 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2013 48,443 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 26 May 2011 47,787 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 44,999 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 41,187 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 37,741 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 May 2008 37,691 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 36,052 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 33,715 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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J123 DOM is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 44,479 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 J123 DOM, 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 27 years old, this Tvr Chimaera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J123 DOM registered?

J123 DOM is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 16 April 1999.

Is J123 DOM safe to buy?

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