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J77 TVR

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

42,566 mi
Last recorded42,566 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ77 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 42,566 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 42,269 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 42,128 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 42,025 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 42,024 miles

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2020 41,898 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2019 41,672 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 41,236 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 40,740 miles

waxoil peeling in places on chassis showing light corrosion

Pass 23 Sep 2015 40,697 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 40,495 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 39,978 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 39,540 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 38,232 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 35,986 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 33,030 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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J77 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J77 TVR, 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 J77 TVR?

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What year was J77 TVR registered?

J77 TVR is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is J77 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J77 TVR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J77 TVR have outstanding finance?

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