MOT Status
ValidMileage
80,182 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone B (3.2 (a) (i))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
Small stone chips on front windscreen
Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
both rear driveshaft outer gaiters split
nearside rear outer driveshaft gaiter split
Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
nearside rear outer driveshaft gaiter split
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Tvr Chimaera?
Based on 74,906 MOT tests across 4,721 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TJF 7B is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera in Black with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.
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 TJF 7B, 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 TJF 7B?
You can check the full history of TJF 7B by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was TJF 7B registered?
TJF 7B is a 1997 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 December 1997.
Is TJF 7B safe to buy?
The MOT history for TJF 7B shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does TJF 7B have outstanding finance?
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