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P763 JEO

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

53,959 mi
Last recorded53,959 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP763 JEO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 53,959 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail tube behind front upper arm rear mount into transmission tunnel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail tube behind front upper arm rear mount into transmission tunnel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2026 53,959 miles

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail tube behind front upper arm rear mount into transmission tunnel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail tube behind front upper arm rear mount into transmission tunnel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 53,781 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 53,512 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 53,114 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 52,678 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 52,353 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 51,736 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2018 51,328 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 51,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2016 50,771 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2015 50,251 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 48,792 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 45,932 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 43,200 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 40,039 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 36,600 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 35,518 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 35,406 miles

both rear tyres only just legal 1.6mm BORDERLINE

corrosion on both front wishbone arms

rear foot and handbrake performance

surface corrosion on both front brake discs

uneven wear on both front tyres on inner edge 2mm

Pass 11 Jul 2007 35,357 miles

wear on rear tyres

Pass 17 Jun 2006 34,711 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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P763 JEO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P763 JEO, 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.

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What year was P763 JEO registered?

P763 JEO is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P763 JEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P763 JEO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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