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K459 PCD

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,651 mi
Last recorded51,651 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK459 PCD
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 51,651 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 51,535 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 51,510 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 51,214 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 50,855 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 49,961 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 49,493 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 47,146 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 46,169 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 45,799 miles

Nearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

low parking brake performance pass

temp number plate light fitted

Fail 10 Jan 2014 45,799 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

low brake performance pass

rear brake discs worn

Pass 7 Jun 2011 45,798 miles

underbody component's slight corrosion

Fail 5 Jun 2011 45,798 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

underbody component's slight corrosion

Pass 10 Jun 2009 45,557 miles

adv light corrosion on upper wish bone units

Pass 8 Dec 2007 45,350 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 42,935 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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K459 PCD is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 K459 PCD, 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 K459 PCD?

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What year was K459 PCD registered?

K459 PCD is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K459 PCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K459 PCD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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