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K400 CHM

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Purple Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,100 mi
Last recorded92,100 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK400 CHM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 92,100 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 May 2021 91,982 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2020 90,740 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 89,181 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 89,181 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Floor in such a condition it is likely to cause load insecurity or instability drivers seat mounting bolt and surrounding area weakened. floor split (6.2.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2017 86,988 miles

oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2017 86,988 miles

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2016 84,817 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 82,443 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 Jun 2015 82,373 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2014 80,070 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 79,762 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 79,686 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 78,997 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 77,441 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 70,989 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 68,625 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 Oct 2007 68,625 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 66,367 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 66,367 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.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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K400 CHM is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 K400 CHM, 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.

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K400 CHM is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 13 January 1995.

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