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P928 LOJ

1997 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,607 mi
Last recorded78,607 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Chimaera48,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP928 LOJ
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 78,607 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 78,019 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 76,961 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 76,641 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 75,621 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 75,354 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 74,627 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 74,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 73,917 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 72,593 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 72,593 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 72,304 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 70,161 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 66,444 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 62,992 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 59,071 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 59,031 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 55,901 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 53,126 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 48,693 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 44,441 miles

SURFACE CORROSION ON FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 43,416 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 39,020 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 35,824 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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P928 LOJ is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P928 LOJ, 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 P928 LOJ registered?

P928 LOJ is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P928 LOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P928 LOJ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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