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L289 JOX

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

57,737 mi
Last recorded57,737 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL289 JOX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 57,737 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 57,694 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 57,534 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 57,486 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 57,448 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 57,348 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 57,235 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 57,188 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 56,985 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 56,829 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 56,661 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 56,451 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 56,130 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 55,586 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 55,586 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 55,098 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 54,782 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 54,334 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 53,624 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 52,997 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 52,411 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 51,377 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 51,374 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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L289 JOX is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 L289 JOX, 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 L289 JOX registered?

L289 JOX is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 August 1993.

Is L289 JOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L289 JOX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L289 JOX have outstanding finance?

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