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K891 NMB

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,509 mi
Last recorded84,509 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK891 NMB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 84,509 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 84,508 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 64,155 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2013 63,672 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 62,286 miles

full plastic covers fitted underside unable to fully inspect

Pass 30 Jan 2012 62,338 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 62,228 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 62,222 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 55,349 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2007 54,888 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 54,024 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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K891 NMB is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 K891 NMB, 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.

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What year was K891 NMB registered?

K891 NMB is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 March 1993.

Is K891 NMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K891 NMB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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