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J13 NHO

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

53,763 mi
Last recorded53,763 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 NHO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 53,763 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 52,986 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 51,911 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 50,742 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 50,591 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 50,395 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 49,922 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 49,414 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 49,414 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 48,634 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 47,730 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 46,712 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 47,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 45,443 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 45,443 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 44,293 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 43,196 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 42,487 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 41,829 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 40,116 miles

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

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 26 Sep 2008 38,520 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 38,387 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 36,185 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 33,439 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 30,699 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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J13 NHO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 J13 NHO, 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 J13 NHO?

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What year was J13 NHO registered?

J13 NHO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 September 1997.

Is J13 NHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J13 NHO shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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