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M146 LYP

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,052 mi
Last recorded3,052 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM146 LYP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 3,052 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 1,929 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 1,544 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 579 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021
Pass 13 Jul 2020 6,186 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 5,678 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 4,991 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 3,805 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 1,920 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 27 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 21,271 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 18,333 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 13,042 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 9,304 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 4,333 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 1,767 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 84,511 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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M146 LYP is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M146 LYP, 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

How do I check the history of M146 LYP?

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What year was M146 LYP registered?

M146 LYP is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 27 October 1994.

Is M146 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M146 LYP shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M146 LYP have outstanding finance?

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