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L406 HJB

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL406 HJB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from the engine gearbox and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022
Fail 2 Aug 2022

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021
Pass 28 Jul 2020

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2020

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019
Pass 23 May 2017

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 May 2016
Fail 16 May 2016

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2014
Pass 6 Aug 2012
Pass 18 Jul 2011

suspect mileage reading not working properly

Pass 20 May 2010 104,129 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2009 103,653 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 103,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 103,407 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 102,883 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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L406 HJB is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L406 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 L406 HJB?

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What year was L406 HJB registered?

L406 HJB is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 22 January 1994.

Is L406 HJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L406 HJB shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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