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K282 MSN

1993 Tvr Chimaera

White Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,623 mi
Last recorded70,623 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK282 MSN
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2025 70,623 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 70,343 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 79,292 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 67,279 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 60,446 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 57,601 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2010 57,294 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 56,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 54,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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K282 MSN is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in White with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K282 MSN, 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 K282 MSN?

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What year was K282 MSN registered?

K282 MSN is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 March 1993.

Is K282 MSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K282 MSN shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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