CarVerify

Free Car Check

L16 TWD

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,900 mi
Last recorded64,900 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Tvr
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL16 TWD
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 64,900 miles

Chassis outriggers in poor condition

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 64,825 miles

Fuel hose damaged Engine bay (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Chassis outriggers in poor condition

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 60,930 miles

Fuel hose deteriorated Engine bay (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 57,771 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 57,437 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 55,719 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 54,942 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 54,297 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 53,888 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 53,888 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 May 2017 53,221 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 53,221 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2016 52,382 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 52,382 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 51,353 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 49,380 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 49,377 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2013 47,539 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 47,198 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 46,669 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 43,894 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 43,891 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2009 39,628 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 36,177 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 35,035 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 33,103 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
Full Tvr Chimaera reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L16 TWD is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 56,913 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 L16 TWD, 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 31 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 L16 TWD?

You can check the full history of L16 TWD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L16 TWD registered?

L16 TWD is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is L16 TWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L16 TWD shows 26 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 L16 TWD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L16 TWD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.