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M311 GFG

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

94,993 mi
Last recorded94,993 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM311 GFG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 94,993 miles
Fail 25 May 2018

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2016 94,861 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 93,268 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 93,268 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 92,268 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 92,268 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2013 91,298 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 90,456 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 90,456 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 89,455 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 18 Oct 2011 89,455 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 88,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

O/s wiper slight split on rubber.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 87,375 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 86,037 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 85,068 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 82,925 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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M311 GFG is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 M311 GFG, 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.

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What year was M311 GFG registered?

M311 GFG is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 8 September 1994.

Is M311 GFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M311 GFG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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