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J33 PTF

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

60,068 mi
Last recorded60,068 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 PTF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 60,068 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 60,058 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 59,994 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 59,903 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 59,800 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 59,701 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 59,701 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 59,700 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 59,697 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 59,631 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 59,616 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 59,580 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 59,258 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 59,121 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 59,051 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 59,051 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 56,062 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 56,062 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 54,584 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 54,584 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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J33 PTF is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 J33 PTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J33 PTF?

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What year was J33 PTF registered?

J33 PTF is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 22 July 1999.

Is J33 PTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J33 PTF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J33 PTF have outstanding finance?

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