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M426 TDA

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,564 mi
Last recorded22,564 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM426 TDA
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 22,564 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 22,244 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 22,013 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 21,969 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 21,648 miles

nearside washer jet is slightly insercure

nearside wiperblade is slightly bent

Pass 20 Jun 2015 21,348 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 20,877 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 20,877 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 20,443 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 20,006 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 May 2009 17,331 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 10,158 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 10,151 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 11,399 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 5,273 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 5,273 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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M426 TDA is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 M426 TDA, 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 M426 TDA registered?

M426 TDA is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 April 1995.

Is M426 TDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M426 TDA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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