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M678 RVR

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,678 mi
Last recorded73,678 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM678 RVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 73,678 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 73,285 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 73,281 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 72,481 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2014 71,871 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 71,187 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 70,608 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 70,608 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 69,298 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 69,298 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2008 67,438 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 64,927 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 63,662 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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M678 RVR is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M678 RVR, 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.

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What year was M678 RVR registered?

M678 RVR is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 May 1995.

Is M678 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M678 RVR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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