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R27 LJF

1998 Tvr Chimaera

Grey Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,644 mi
Last recorded69,644 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Chimaera46,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 LJF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2026 69,644 miles

Some minor corrosion to chassis & suspension components

Pass 26 Jul 2025 69,466 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 69,283 miles

Some minor corrosion to chassis & suspension components

Pass 29 Jul 2023 69,139 miles

Some minor corrosion to chassis & suspension

Pass 23 Jul 2022 68,915 miles

Some minor corrosion to chassis & suspension

Pass 24 Jul 2021 68,382 miles

Some minor corrosion to chassis & suspension

Pass 25 Jul 2020 68,206 miles

Some corrosion to chassis & suspension

Pass 3 Aug 2019 68,048 miles

Some corrosion to trellis chassis & suspension links/arms

Pass 4 Aug 2018 67,441 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 66,941 miles

Some light corrosion to suspension & chassis

Pass 19 Mar 2016 66,622 miles

Surface corrosion to upper sections of chassis & suspension

Pass 7 Mar 2015 66,458 miles

Light corrosion to some chassis & suspension parts

Pass 15 Mar 2014 65,876 miles

Extensive light corrosion to chassis & suspension

Pass 9 Mar 2013 65,646 miles

Wipers smearing screen Extensive light corrosion to chassis & suspension

Pass 3 Mar 2012 64,887 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 63,415 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 63,094 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 61,909 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

chassis has slight corrosion

Pass 24 Jan 2008 60,462 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 59,996 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 58,460 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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R27 LJF is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera in Grey with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R27 LJF, 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.

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What year was R27 LJF registered?

R27 LJF is a 1998 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R27 LJF safe to buy?

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