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L609 DNX

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,796 mi
Last recorded66,796 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL609 DNX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 66,796 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)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 66,796 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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 4 May 2012 66,703 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 66,513 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 66,107 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 65,579 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

slight play in steering arms

Pass 27 Feb 2008 65,365 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres wearing edges

both rear tyres close to marker bars

Fail 27 Feb 2008 65,365 miles

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

Oil leak

both front tyres wearing edges

both rear tyres close to marker bars

Pass 27 Feb 2007 64,320 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 63,312 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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L609 DNX is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L609 DNX, 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

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What year was L609 DNX registered?

L609 DNX is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L609 DNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L609 DNX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L609 DNX have outstanding finance?

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