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L397 DPD

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,820 mi
Last recorded63,820 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL397 DPD
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 63,820 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 63,177 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 61,187 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 61,173 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 61,128 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 61,049 miles

all tyres slightly perished on outer side walls

Pass 8 Jun 2007 60,942 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 60,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 60,805 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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L397 DPD is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L397 DPD, 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 L397 DPD?

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What year was L397 DPD registered?

L397 DPD is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 10 December 1993.

Is L397 DPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L397 DPD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L397 DPD have outstanding finance?

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