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A7 FKU

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,105 mi
Last recorded75,105 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 FKU
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 75,105 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 70,890 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 67,267 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 67,259 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 62,442 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 60,976 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 58,646 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 9 Mar 2010 58,646 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 52,526 miles

Nearside Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2009 52,526 miles

Nearside Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 48,120 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 47,612 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 46,298 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 46,298 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Upper Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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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A7 FKU is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1993 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 57,486 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 A7 FKU, 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 33 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 A7 FKU?

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What year was A7 FKU registered?

A7 FKU is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 November 1993.

Is A7 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 FKU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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