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K19 PRH

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,926 mi
Last recorded42,926 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK19 PRH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 42,926 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both rear hub seals slight leak

Pass 25 Apr 2025 42,911 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 42,910 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 42,893 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 42,605 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 42,603 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 42,554 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 42,156 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 41,446 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 40,663 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 40,436 miles

Diff oil leak

General surface corrosion to chassis

Pass 22 Jun 2016 40,053 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 39,672 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 39,023 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 39,023 miles

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 38,497 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 37,774 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 36,800 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 35,668 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 34,623 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 33,760 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 31,973 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 31,760 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 14 Mar 2007 31,760 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Mar 2006 31,520 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2005 30,867 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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K19 PRH is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 56,913 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 K19 PRH, 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 31 years old, this Tvr Chimaera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K19 PRH registered?

K19 PRH is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 16 June 1995.

Is K19 PRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K19 PRH shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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