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J50 MHH

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,543 mi
Last recorded75,543 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ50 MHH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 75,543 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 75,543 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 75,542 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 75,528 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 75,521 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 75,503 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 75,497 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 74,951 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 72,960 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 70,780 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 67,985 miles

Front tyres getting low on edges

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 65,657 miles

front tyres low inner edges

Pass 5 Mar 2014 64,357 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 63,659 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 60,870 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 57,752 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 53,628 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 49,530 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 45,099 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 40,678 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 36,964 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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J50 MHH is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 46,225 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 J50 MHH, 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 28 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 J50 MHH?

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What year was J50 MHH registered?

J50 MHH is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 January 1998.

Is J50 MHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J50 MHH shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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