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P293 JAS

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

75,089 mi
Last recorded75,089 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP293 JAS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 75,089 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 74,661 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 74,014 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 73,311 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 72,788 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 72,384 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 71,856 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 71,082 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 68,950 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 68,218 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 68,096 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 67,194 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 66,281 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 64,970 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2013 64,296 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 62,316 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 61,125 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 59,761 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 58,169 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 58,168 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 56,782 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 53,028 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 5 May 2006 49,726 miles

near side rear lamp lens cracked advice

under side of sills slidght corrostion both sides advice

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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P293 JAS is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P293 JAS, 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

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What year was P293 JAS registered?

P293 JAS is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P293 JAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P293 JAS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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