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L513 BPD

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,963 mi
Last recorded41,963 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL513 BPD
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 41,963 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 41,334 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 41,003 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 40,526 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 40,415 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 40,203 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 31 Aug 2019 40,069 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 39,792 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 39,448 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 39,448 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 39,105 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 39,105 miles

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with position lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 37,490 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 36,444 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 36,342 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 35,271 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 34,729 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 33,507 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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L513 BPD is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L513 BPD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L513 BPD?

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What year was L513 BPD registered?

L513 BPD is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is L513 BPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L513 BPD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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