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A9 SCB

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

50,126 mi
Last recorded50,126 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 SCB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 50,126 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 49,953 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 49,702 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 49,538 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 49,382 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 49,214 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 48,668 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 48,381 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 48,095 miles

Slight binding n/s/f brake.

Pass 20 Apr 2016 47,782 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 47,380 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 47,110 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 46,427 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 45,881 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 45,521 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 45,184 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 45,184 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 44,898 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 43,879 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2007 43,879 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2005 42,445 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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A9 SCB is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 A9 SCB, 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 A9 SCB?

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What year was A9 SCB registered?

A9 SCB is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is A9 SCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 SCB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A9 SCB have outstanding finance?

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