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M235 TOB

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,042 mi
Last recorded76,042 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM235 TOB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 76,042 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 75,457 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 75,437 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip Missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 75,150 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 75,175 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 74,681 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 73,743 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 72,295 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 70,678 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 69,942 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 68,559 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 68,558 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2015 67,274 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 65,824 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 65,673 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake disc corroded on inner surface

Pass 7 Jun 2012 65,564 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 65,131 miles

front discs slightly corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2010 64,055 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 62,013 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 59,123 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 59,123 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 54,460 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 54,460 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 52,975 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 50,559 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2005 50,559 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

CRACK IN SCREEN==UNABLE TO SEE SERVO OR M/CYL==PLAY IN STEERING RACK==OSR SHOCK LOWER BUSH OFF CENTRE

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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M235 TOB is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M235 TOB, 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.

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What year was M235 TOB registered?

M235 TOB is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 June 1995.

Is M235 TOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M235 TOB shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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