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L124 GRJ

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Black Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,313 mi
Last recorded47,313 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2010
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL124 GRJ
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2010 47,313 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 47,313 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 45,198 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 43,386 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 41,952 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 40,214 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 40,214 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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L124 GRJ is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Black with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 L124 GRJ, 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 L124 GRJ?

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What year was L124 GRJ registered?

L124 GRJ is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L124 GRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L124 GRJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L124 GRJ have outstanding finance?

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