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G17 TVR

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,033 mi
Last recorded92,033 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 92,033 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 92,015 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 87,670 miles

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 87,618 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 87,618 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 87,591 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 87,473 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 86,849 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 20 Sep 2011 86,849 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 86,703 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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G17 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 G17 TVR, 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.

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What year was G17 TVR registered?

G17 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is G17 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G17 TVR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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