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L500 NOR

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,968 mi
Last recorded84,968 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL500 NOR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 84,968 miles

Chassis covered in underseal

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both rear position lamps slight interference from hazards/indicators (4.2.3 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres slightly cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 83,268 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 83,152 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 83,152 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 82,865 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 82,038 miles

Slight rust on chassis

Pass 26 Jul 2014 81,848 miles

oil leak

underside of car rusty

Pass 27 Jul 2013 81,114 miles

oil leak

underside of car rusty

Pass 19 May 2012 78,827 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 77,174 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 75,010 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 May 2009 71,238 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 69,991 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 67,069 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 64,574 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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L500 NOR is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L500 NOR, 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.

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What year was L500 NOR registered?

L500 NOR is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L500 NOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L500 NOR shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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