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A10 SCR

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,449 mi
Last recorded78,449 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 SCR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 78,449 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 78,192 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 78,187 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 77,975 miles

Interior mirror missing

Fail 23 May 2016 77,975 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop Both (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Interior mirror missing

Pass 18 Jun 2009 76,842 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 75,525 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 75,498 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

advise heavy corrosion forming on both sides top wishbones.

advise this car has not been fitted with a rear no plate lamp from new.

Pass 10 Mar 2006 71,929 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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A10 SCR is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 56,913 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A10 SCR, 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 31 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 A10 SCR?

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What year was A10 SCR registered?

A10 SCR is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 25 January 1995.

Is A10 SCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 SCR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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