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R129 JPH

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,533 mi
Last recorded56,533 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 JPH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 56,533 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 54,652 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 52,477 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 50,194 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 46,625 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 44,039 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 41,712 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 41,712 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 40,077 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 38,436 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 36,591 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 35,170 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 35,142 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 34,949 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 34,672 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 34,110 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 34,110 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 33,840 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 33,177 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 32,804 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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R129 JPH is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 46,225 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 R129 JPH, 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 28 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 R129 JPH?

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What year was R129 JPH registered?

R129 JPH is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R129 JPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R129 JPH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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