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L559 XVV

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,544 mi
Last recorded1,544 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL559 XVV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 1,544 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 1,306 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 1,303 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 1,310 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 1,210 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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L559 XVV is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L559 XVV, 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 L559 XVV?

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What year was L559 XVV registered?

L559 XVV is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 7 July 1994.

Is L559 XVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L559 XVV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L559 XVV have outstanding finance?

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