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JJI 50

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

40,970 mi
Last recorded40,970 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJI 50
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 40,970 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 40,942 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 40,808 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 40,571 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 40,170 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 39,767 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 39,650 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 39,602 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 39,571 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 39,540 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 39,481 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 39,458 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2014 39,458 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 39,435 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,093 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 38,905 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 38,580 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 38,272 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 38,070 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 37,539 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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JJI 50 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1996 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 51,410 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 JJI 50, 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 30 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 JJI 50?

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What year was JJI 50 registered?

JJI 50 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is JJI 50 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJI 50 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JJI 50 have outstanding finance?

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