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M305 BOW

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

64,157 mi
Last recorded64,157 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM305 BOW
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 64,157 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread small crack (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 62,962 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 61,635 miles

Chassis outrigger condition poor

Pass 23 Jan 2023 60,616 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 59,510 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 22,992 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 21,690 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 20,057 miles

Oil leaks from engine

Fail 3 Jan 2019 20,057 miles

Oil leaks from engine

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 18,300 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 17,130 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 16,921 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 15,672 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 14,538 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 13,902 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 13,157 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 11,830 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 10,417 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 9,668 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 8,089 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 7,698 miles

both rear anti roll bar links wearing

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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M305 BOW is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 M305 BOW, 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

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What year was M305 BOW registered?

M305 BOW is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 May 1995.

Is M305 BOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M305 BOW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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