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L248 VLE

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL248 VLE
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019
Pass 8 Jun 2018
Fail 5 Jun 2018

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017
Pass 20 Jun 2016
Pass 14 May 2015
Fail 6 May 2015

Nearside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2014
Fail 21 May 2014

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Seat belts slow to retract.

Pass 22 May 2013

Oil leaks, engine, gearbox and rear axle.

Fail 22 May 2013

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leaks, engine, gearbox and rear axle.

Pass 24 May 2012 53,313 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 52,549 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 51,690 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 49,608 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 47,330 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 46,122 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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L248 VLE is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 L248 VLE, 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 L248 VLE?

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What year was L248 VLE registered?

L248 VLE is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L248 VLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L248 VLE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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