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M124 XYB

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,104 mi
Last recorded46,104 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM124 XYB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 46,104 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 45,980 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 45,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 45,710 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 45,670 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 45,670 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 45,454 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 45,454 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 45,282 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 45,280 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps covered by number plate (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2015 44,714 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 44,345 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 43,924 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 43,821 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 43,009 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 42,895 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 42,078 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 41,607 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 41,607 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 40,944 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

oil leak on engine and rear axle

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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M124 XYB is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 56,913 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M124 XYB, 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 31 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 M124 XYB?

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What year was M124 XYB registered?

M124 XYB is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 6 June 1995.

Is M124 XYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M124 XYB shows 20 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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