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M400 OPG

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

71,093 mi
Last recorded71,093 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM400 OPG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 71,093 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 69,357 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 68,572 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 67,122 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 66,005 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 65,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 65,826 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Sep 2019 65,666 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Sep 2018 64,324 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 63,068 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 61,635 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 61,630 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2012 60,849 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

steering rack leaking slightly

Pass 24 Feb 2012 60,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

steering rack leaking slightly

Pass 16 Dec 2010 59,464 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 56,276 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 52,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 52,165 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 48,145 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 46,658 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 46,332 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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M400 OPG is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 M400 OPG, 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 M400 OPG registered?

M400 OPG is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 3 July 1995.

Is M400 OPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M400 OPG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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