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K33 SNL

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,177 mi
Last recorded68,177 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK33 SNL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 68,177 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 67,851 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 67,544 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 67,409 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 67,023 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 66,769 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 66,624 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 66,358 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 65,623 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 64,780 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 64,255 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 63,810 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 63,810 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 62,476 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 62,465 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 61,143 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 60,023 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 58,666 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 56,136 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 54,653 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 52,986 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 52,978 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 51,864 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 51,485 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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K33 SNL is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K33 SNL, 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

How do I check the history of K33 SNL?

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What year was K33 SNL registered?

K33 SNL is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is K33 SNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K33 SNL shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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