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K48 SLO

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,956 mi
Last recorded27,956 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK48 SLO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2025 27,956 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to air leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 27,721 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 27,721 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2023 27,681 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 27,297 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 27,297 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 26,802 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 26,100 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 25,717 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 24,827 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 23,443 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 22,160 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 21,098 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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K48 SLO is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 K48 SLO, 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 K48 SLO registered?

K48 SLO is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K48 SLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K48 SLO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K48 SLO have outstanding finance?

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