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M400 SJG

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,200 mi
Last recorded70,200 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM400 SJG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 70,200 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 68,329 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 68,097 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 68,033 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 68,020 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 67,592 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 67,483 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 66,929 miles

Exhaust mounting bolt missing from front

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

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)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 66,269 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 65,042 miles

Various corrosion to chassis not excessive

Pass 12 Aug 2010 64,853 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 64,794 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 63,402 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2008 63,402 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 62,614 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 61,613 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 57,814 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2005 57,814 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

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 SJG is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 SJG, 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

How do I check the history of M400 SJG?

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What year was M400 SJG registered?

M400 SJG is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M400 SJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M400 SJG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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