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L662 HDV

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,920 mi
Last recorded37,920 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL662 HDV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 37,920 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 37,173 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 36,411 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 35,096 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 35,053 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 35,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 35,925 miles

Slight oil leak on rear diff

Fail 20 Jun 2014 35,925 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Slight oil leak on rear diff

Pass 3 Jun 2011
Pass 7 Jun 2010 35,411 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 34,100 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 28 May 2009 34,100 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 33,943 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 33,702 miles

slight wear to steering rack-n/s

Pass 15 Jun 2006 30,147 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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L662 HDV is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 L662 HDV, 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 L662 HDV registered?

L662 HDV is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L662 HDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L662 HDV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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