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J40 MLD

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

50,172 mi
Last recorded50,172 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 MLD
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 50,172 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 49,341 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 49,000 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 48,463 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 48,035 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 47,463 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 46,788 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 46,231 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 45,424 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 44,771 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 44,036 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 43,000 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 43,000 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2013 43,000 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 42,999 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 43,000 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2010 43,000 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 43,000 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 6 Jul 2009 42,999 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 42,999 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 37,958 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

reversing light not wrking

wheel alignment req checking

Pass 28 Apr 2007 36,997 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 38,593 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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J40 MLD is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 J40 MLD, 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 J40 MLD?

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What year was J40 MLD registered?

J40 MLD is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is J40 MLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 MLD shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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