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L7 AUC

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

63,839 mi
Last recorded63,839 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 AUC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 63,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2025 63,759 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 63,726 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 63,559 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 63,555 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 63,498 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 63,223 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 62,921 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 62,842 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 62,403 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 62,136 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 62,008 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 61,538 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 61,409 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 61,230 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 60,327 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

steering rack feels rough

Pass 25 Nov 2008 59,708 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 59,319 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 57,862 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 57,862 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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L7 AUC is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 L7 AUC, 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 L7 AUC registered?

L7 AUC is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L7 AUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L7 AUC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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