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M516 NJB

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,928 mi
Last recorded90,928 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM516 NJB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 90,928 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 84,213 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 84,198 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 80,185 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 79,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2014 79,955 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 79,955 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2011 78,795 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 78,018 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 77,229 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 72,554 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 72,244 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 72,244 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 71,719 miles

chissie starting to corroad rear coners plus body mounts

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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M516 NJB is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 M516 NJB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M516 NJB registered?

M516 NJB is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M516 NJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M516 NJB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M516 NJB have outstanding finance?

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