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M405 SKM

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

94,345 mi
Last recorded94,345 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM405 SKM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 94,345 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 96,742 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 90,196 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 89,994 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 82,952 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2011 80,138 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 77,638 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 73,202 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 69,128 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 64,556 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 57,948 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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M405 SKM is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M405 SKM, 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 M405 SKM registered?

M405 SKM is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 May 1995.

Is M405 SKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M405 SKM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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