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L697 APJ

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4280cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

34,019 mi
Last recorded34,019 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL697 APJ
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,280cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 34,019 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 33,372 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 33,372 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 33,282 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 33,124 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 32,849 miles

Front Suspension both sides just meets limit of clearance with bump stops

Hazard warning switch requires attention

Pass 2 May 2017 32,609 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 32,526 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 31,703 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,557 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 31,409 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 31,063 miles

Slight surface rust to chassis at front chassis leg ends and both nearside and offside rear wheel arch areas

Fail 26 Apr 2013 31,063 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Slight surface rust to chassis at front chassis leg ends and both nearside and offside rear wheel arch areas

Pass 20 Apr 2012 30,511 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 29,829 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 29,829 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 29,420 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 28,604 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 27,685 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 26,713 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 25,057 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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L697 APJ is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 L697 APJ, 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

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What year was L697 APJ registered?

L697 APJ is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 April 1994.

Is L697 APJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L697 APJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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