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L117 BFV

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,307 mi
Last recorded40,307 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL117 BFV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2025 40,307 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 40,303 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 40,296 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 40,231 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 40,148 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 40,000 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 39,887 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 39,717 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 39,500 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 39,088 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 38,791 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 38,134 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 37,505 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 35,973 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 34,099 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 33,002 miles

Rear number plate started to deteriorate

Pass 6 Apr 2007 31,116 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 28,919 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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L117 BFV is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 57,550 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 L117 BFV, 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 32 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 L117 BFV?

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What year was L117 BFV registered?

L117 BFV is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 May 1994.

Is L117 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L117 BFV shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L117 BFV have outstanding finance?

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