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A7 VRJ

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,971 mi
Last recorded77,971 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 VRJ
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 77,971 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2014 75,338 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2013 65,896 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 65,891 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 63,379 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 60,019 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 57,284 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 53,122 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 51,296 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 51,296 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 5 May 2007 49,813 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 May 2006 49,172 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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A7 VRJ is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 57,550 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 A7 VRJ, 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 32 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 VRJ?

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What year was A7 VRJ registered?

A7 VRJ is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is A7 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 VRJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A7 VRJ have outstanding finance?

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