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L44 TVR

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

75,974 mi
Last recorded75,974 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL44 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 75,974 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 75,876 miles

Nearside n/s/rack boot perished

Pass 4 Oct 2014 74,642 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

wishbones rusty

Pass 7 Oct 2013 73,528 miles

ciol springs rusty

rear discs worn

sill covers

wishbones rusty

Fail 5 Oct 2013 73,528 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

ciol springs rusty

rear discs worn

sill covers

wishbones rusty

Pass 2 Oct 2012 71,559 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 63,649 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 63,421 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 60,869 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 58,067 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 58,037 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 57,879 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 57,550 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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L44 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L44 TVR, 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 L44 TVR?

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What year was L44 TVR registered?

L44 TVR is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 June 1994.

Is L44 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L44 TVR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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