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P8 GJE

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,117 mi
Last recorded35,117 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 GJE
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 35,117 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 34,051 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 33,053 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 32,792 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 32,741 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 32,318 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 32,145 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 31,242 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 30,864 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 29,845 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 24,476 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 24,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 23,600 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 22,216 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 20,709 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 17,308 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 17,133 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2009 16,512 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 9 Jul 2009 16,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 14,995 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2007 14,962 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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P8 GJE is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P8 GJE, 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 P8 GJE?

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What year was P8 GJE registered?

P8 GJE is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P8 GJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 GJE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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