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L20 NPJ

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Multi-colour Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,012 mi
Last recorded90,012 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 NPJ
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 90,012 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 90,007 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 90,007 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2014 90,007 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 89,991 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 89,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 89,933 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2010 89,510 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 88,917 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 87,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 13 May 2008 87,950 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 22 May 2007 86,736 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 86,709 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2006 85,175 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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L20 NPJ is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Multi-colour with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 L20 NPJ, 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

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What year was L20 NPJ registered?

L20 NPJ is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 29 October 1993.

Is L20 NPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L20 NPJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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