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K285 KWW

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,717 mi
Last recorded65,717 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK285 KWW
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 65,717 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 65,614 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1x not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 65,614 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps no plate lights working [behind no plate] (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2022 65,505 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front bottom ball joint boot cracking

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both rear brake binding not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under side Suspension components corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2022 65,505 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working side repeater in wing not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working all rear brake lights (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front bottom ball joint boot cracking

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both rear brake binding not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under side Suspension components corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2014 65,398 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 65,004 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 65,004 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 64,751 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 64,751 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 64,726 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 64,256 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 62,479 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 62,271 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 61,541 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 60,616 miles

HAND BRAKE LIGHT STICKS ON AT TIMES

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

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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K285 KWW is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K285 KWW, 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

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What year was K285 KWW registered?

K285 KWW is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 19 May 1993.

Is K285 KWW safe to buy?

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