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GCZ 283

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

36,349 mi
Last recorded36,349 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 283
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 36,349 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 35,151 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 35,149 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 35,142 miles

Lower Steering system fouling joint fouling metal bottom hose (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

exhaust insecure at rear mounting

Pass 12 Jan 2016 32,940 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 34,238 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2010 34,110 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 32,388 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 32,388 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 May 2008 28,124 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 27,066 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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GCZ 283 is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GCZ 283, 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 GCZ 283?

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What year was GCZ 283 registered?

GCZ 283 is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 14 July 1993.

Is GCZ 283 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCZ 283 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCZ 283 have outstanding finance?

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