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L400 MST

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Grey Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,801 mi
Last recorded93,801 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL400 MST
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 93,801 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 87,038 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 84,415 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 84,130 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 83,911 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 83,365 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 79,839 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 76,909 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Apr 2015 76,903 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2014 75,073 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 74,824 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 74,093 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 73,878 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 73,821 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 72,356 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 72,356 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 69,313 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 66,199 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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L400 MST is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Grey with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 57,550 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 L400 MST, 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 32 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 L400 MST?

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What year was L400 MST registered?

L400 MST is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L400 MST safe to buy?

The MOT history for L400 MST shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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