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L184 GYU

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

75,915 mi
Last recorded75,915 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL184 GYU
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 75,915 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 75,386 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 74,730 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 73,921 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 73,159 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 72,507 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 71,437 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 71,047 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 70,134 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 69,427 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 68,808 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 68,192 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 67,154 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 66,380 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 66,380 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 66,144 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 62,720 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 63,288 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 61,260 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 58,820 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 56,021 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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L184 GYU is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L184 GYU, 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

How do I check the history of L184 GYU?

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What year was L184 GYU registered?

L184 GYU is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 November 1993.

Is L184 GYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L184 GYU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L184 GYU have outstanding finance?

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