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CHIMAERA (1997)
critical checks
valid MOT found
28 days remaining expires 6th Jul 2026
road tax not found
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outstanding finance
Millions of UK vehicles have outstanding finance, mycarcheck found more than 8,200 cases in the comprehensive checks we ran in the last 90 days!
Types of vehicle debt are HP, PCP, PCH, lease or bill of sale. The finance company typically own these vehicles, not the driver, they could repossess it. Therefore it's vital to check the finance status before buying.
Types of vehicle debt are HP, PCP, PCH, lease or bill of sale. The finance company typically own these vehicles, not the driver, they could repossess it. Therefore it's vital to check the finance status before buying.
stolen
You certainly don't want to get involved with a stolen vehicle, that's a nightmare! If stopped by the police you could be left massively out of pocket when they seize the vehicle.
mycarcheck found over 1,600 vehicles with a stolen record in their history in the last 90 days.
mycarcheck found over 1,600 vehicles with a stolen record in their history in the last 90 days.
write-off or scrapped
It's essential to establish if a car has been involved in a serious crash. If it has, for safety you'll need to know if any damage was repairable. Also previous write-offs generally cost a lot less than a non-accident damaged car.
During the last 90 days we found that more than 15,900 vehicles we ran checks against had write-off records that a buyer may not have known about.
During the last 90 days we found that more than 15,900 vehicles we ran checks against had write-off records that a buyer may not have known about.
import or export
During the last 90 days we found that more than 10,100 vehicles we ran checks against had import/export records that a buyer may not have known about.
advisory checks
Also included are essential pre-purchase checks such as details of previous ownership, plate and colour changes, engine number, and the VIN confirmation.
recorded use
mileage record
13th Jun 2025
79,628 miles (MOT)
5th Jul 2024
78,967 miles (MOT)
7th Jul 2023
78,613 miles (MOT)
26th Jul 2021
78,584 miles (MOT)
28th Jul 2020
78,308 miles (MOT)
18th Feb 2019
77,427 miles (MOT)
15th Feb 2018
76,345 miles (MOT)
9th Feb 2018
76,345 miles (MOT)
19th Apr 2017
74,667 miles (MOT)
26th Apr 2016
71,478 miles (MOT)
17th Apr 2015
63,051 miles (MOT)
16th Apr 2015
63,051 miles (MOT)
17th May 2014
62,735 miles (MOT)
17th May 2013
62,710 miles (MOT)
8th May 2012
61,860 miles (MOT)
24th Apr 2010
0 miles (MOT)
24th Apr 2010
0 miles (MOT)
24th Apr 2009
58,262 miles (MOT)
12th Apr 2008
56,468 miles (MOT)
26th Oct 2007
56,000 miles (DVLA)
17th Apr 2007
55,612 miles (MOT)
28th Apr 2006
53,554 miles (MOT)
Make sure to check that the most recent recorded mileage roughly matches the vehicle's odometer before buying the vehicle.
We highlight in red when a vehicle mileage has decreased, check to see if this is suspicious. Sometimes this is just the result of rounding.
DVLA records are particularly prone to rounding / errors as they are provided by the general public.
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mileage insights
Most recent mileage record
79,628 miles
Estimated current mileage
80,321 miles
Estimated annual mileage
703 miles
MOT status & history
MOT Status
Valid: Expires 6th Jul 2026
Date
13th Jun 2025
Result
Passed
Odometer
79628 miles
Expiry
6th Jul 2026
Date
5th Jul 2024
Result
Passed
Odometer
78967 miles
Expiry
6th Jul 2025
Date
7th Jul 2023
Result
Passed
Odometer
78613 miles
Expiry
6th Jul 2024
Date
26th Jul 2021
Result
Passed
Odometer
78584 miles
Expiry
27th Jul 2022
Advisory Notice
Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Nearside Front Upper Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Offside Front Upper Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Date
28th Jul 2020
Result
Passed
Odometer
78308 miles
Expiry
27th Jul 2021
Advisory Notice
Power Steering Ram Has Slight Seepage From A Joint (2.1.5 (a))
Advisory Notice
Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Offside Front Beam Pattern Slightly Blurred
Advisory Notice
Brake Light Switch Slightly Faulty
Date
28th Jul 2020
Result
Failed
Odometer
78308 miles
Expiry
Not Available
Pass With Rectification At Station
Offside Front Position Lamp Not Working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Notice
Power Steering Ram Has Slight Seepage From A Joint (2.1.5 (a))
Advisory Notice
Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Offside Front Beam Pattern Slightly Blurred
Advisory Notice
Brake Light Switch Slightly Faulty
Date
18th Feb 2019
Result
Passed
Odometer
77427 miles
Expiry
17th Feb 2020
Advisory Notice
Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Date
15th Feb 2018
Result
Passed
Odometer
76345 miles
Expiry
14th Feb 2019
Date
9th Feb 2018
Result
Failed
Odometer
76345 miles
Expiry
Not Available
Fail
Registration Plate Lamp Not Fitted (1.1.c.1b)
Date
19th Apr 2017
Result
Passed
Odometer
74667 miles
Expiry
16th May 2018
Date
26th Apr 2016
Result
Passed
Odometer
71478 miles
Expiry
16th May 2017
Advisory Notice
Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit 1.8mm (4.1.e.1)
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit 1.8mm (4.1.e.1)
Date
17th Apr 2015
Result
Passed
Odometer
63051 miles
Expiry
16th May 2016
Date
16th Apr 2015
Result
Failed
Odometer
63051 miles
Expiry
Not Available
Fail
Nearside Rear Brake Binding (3.7.b.1)
Fail
Offside Rear Brake Binding (3.7.b.1)
Fail
Parking Brake Is Not Capable Of Being Maintained In Operation By Direct Mechanical Action Only (3.1.2)
Fail
Nearside Stop Lamp Not Working (1.2.1b)
Fail
Offside Stop Lamp Not Working (1.2.1b)
Fail
Nearside Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
Fail
Offside Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
Advisory Notice
Offside Inner Rear Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
Date
17th May 2014
Result
Passed
Odometer
62735 miles
Expiry
16th May 2015
Date
17th May 2013
Result
Passed
Odometer
62710 miles
Expiry
16th May 2014
Date
8th May 2012
Result
Passed
Odometer
61860 miles
Expiry
7th May 2013
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
Date
24th Apr 2010
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
27th Apr 2011
Date
24th Apr 2009
Result
Passed
Odometer
58262 miles
Expiry
27th Apr 2010
Date
12th Apr 2008
Result
Passed
Odometer
56468 miles
Expiry
27th Apr 2009
Advisory Notice
Parking Brake: Parking Brake Efficiency Only Just Met. It Would Appear That The Braking System Requires Adjustment Or Repair. (3.7.c.1b)
Date
17th Apr 2007
Result
Passed
Odometer
55612 miles
Expiry
27th Apr 2008
Date
17th Apr 2007
Result
Failed
Odometer
55612 miles
Expiry
Not Available
Fail
Exhaust Emissions Carbon Monoxide Content After 2nd Fast Idle Excessive (7.3.d.3)
Fail
Exhaust Emissions Lambda Reading After 2nd Fast Idle Outside Specified Limits (7.3.d.3)
Fail
Exhaust Emissions Carbon Monoxide Content At Idle Excessive (7.3.d.4)
Date
28th Apr 2006
Result
Passed
Odometer
53554 miles
Expiry
27th Apr 2007
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valuation data
current values
An estimated mileage of Not Available miles was used for latest valuation.
Valuations are not available for this vehicle. Vehicle models which are new to the market, or which are not sold in sufficient volumes, cannot be valued accurately.
value history
from previous checks on this vehicle
Valuation history is not available for this vehicle, perform checks regularly to populate this data.
value history
data from similar, matching vehicles
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Valuations are dependant upon
estimated mileage and vehicle data available at the time each check was performed.
Valuation history is not available for this vehicle.
change over time
An estimated mileage of Not Available miles was used for the valuation. Calculation based upon an original value of Not Available, current value of Not Available and age of 10386 days.
Valuations, original pricing or age data are not available for this vehicle. Vehicle models which are new to the market, or which are not sold in sufficient volumes, cannot be valued accurately.
running costs
fuel efficiency
Extra Urban
0 mpg
Urban Cold
0 mpg
road tax
Tax Status
SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification)
subsequent years
6 months (Non Direct Debit)
£206
12 months (Non Direct Debit)
£375
6 months (Direct Debit)
£197
12 months (Direct Debit)
£394
Details for this vehicle are shown as provided by our data sources, for example the manufacturer and dvla.
Details for this vehicle have not been provided from the manufacturer or dvla.
specifications
original details
Manufactured
31st Dec 1997
Registration
8th Feb 1997
Current Colour
Yellow
Original Colour
Yellow
Country of Origin
United kingdom
Model Variant
BASE
Model Variant Setup Date
1st Feb 1993
Model Variant Visibility Date
1st Feb 1993
vehicle body
Articulation
Rigid
Number of Axles
2
Body Type
Sports
Number of Doors
2
Drive Type
4X2
performance & engine
Make
Other british
Fuel
Petrol
Euro Status
Not Available
Transmission
Manual
Number of Gears
5
Nominal Capacity
4.0L
Size
3952 cc
Horse Power
1340 bhp
Location
Front
Driving Axle
Front
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Number of Cylinders
6
Delivery
Normal
Description
J9BMZDAAPAB
Specification data for this vehicle is shown as recorded in our data sources, for example from the manufacturer and dvla.
Specification data for this vehicle has not been provided in the registration from the manufacturer.
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model insights
TVR CHIMAERA
You can run a car check report and generate lots of lovely information all about your vehicle, but what does it all mean? Using the huge amounts of data we have on UK vehicles our experts at mycarcheck.com have come up with some invaluable insights into the UK car market. We have searched our data base to find vehicles that are the same (or similar) make, model and age, so whether you are buying, selling or just browsing, you know how your vehicle compares to other matching or similar vehicles.
Is that vehicle you are considering purchasing really a bargain or is it overpriced? Here at mycarcheck.com we know that knowledge is power!
Is that vehicle you are considering purchasing really a bargain or is it overpriced? Here at mycarcheck.com we know that knowledge is power!
- The most popular colour is Blue.
- Looking for something a little rarer? Consider Blue/black, we only saw 1 of them.
- The most common fuel type was Petrol.
- We saw engines of size 4L more than any other.
Blue
42.49%
Red
17.79%
Green
17.39%
Silver
6.72%
Yellow
4.84%
Purple
3.16%
Black
2.47%
Grey
2.47%
White
0.99%
2002
0.99%
2001
1.78%
2000
5.04%
1999
15.51%
1998
19.57%
1997
15.71%
1996
13.34%
1995
11.17%
1994
8.40%
1993
7.61%
3952cc
64.82%
4546cc
17.29%
4997cc
12.65%
4280cc
2.37%
4556cc
0.59%
Petrol
99.70%
0
2.97%
1
4.75%
2
7.72%
3
10.68%
4
12.76%
5
14.94%
6
10.88%
7
10.98%
8
9.10%
9
6.63%
10
2.87%
11
2.87%
12
1.19%
13
0.89%
00k … 10k
1.21%
10k … 20k
2.32%
20k … 30k
3.93%
30k … 40k
9.58%
40k … 50k
12.90%
50k … 60k
16.83%
60k … 70k
17.04%
70k … 80k
14.42%
80k … 90k
10.18%
90k … 100k
5.04%
100k … 110k
4.13%
110k … 120k
0.60%
120k … 130k
1.01%
