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L404 HJB

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

68,084 mi
Last recorded68,084 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL404 HJB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 68,084 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 67,356 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 67,130 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 66,757 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 66,617 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 66,458 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 66,009 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 65,499 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 64,699 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 63,565 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 61,553 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 60,012 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

nearside front tyre has small splits in sidewall

Pass 4 Jul 2013 55,741 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 54,877 miles

temporary exhaust fitted

Pass 5 May 2011 53,867 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 53,797 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 52,229 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 49,756 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 46,480 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 41,043 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 37,359 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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L404 HJB is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L404 HJB, 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 L404 HJB?

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What year was L404 HJB registered?

L404 HJB is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 18 January 1994.

Is L404 HJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L404 HJB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L404 HJB have outstanding finance?

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