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M799 HPL

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,029 mi
Last recorded35,029 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM799 HPL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 35,029 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 34,976 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 34,966 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with headlights on (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively arm broken (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 34,915 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 34,902 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 34,861 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear hub seal leaking

Pass 19 Jan 2022 34,820 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 34,814 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 34,691 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 34,475 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 33,659 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 33,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 25 May 2011 33,549 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 32,922 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 32,229 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 31,772 miles

power steering hose looks wet

Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,329 miles

O/S/F top suspension arm ball joint gaiter split

Pass 10 May 2006 31,083 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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M799 HPL is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M799 HPL, 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 M799 HPL registered?

M799 HPL is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 29 April 1995.

Is M799 HPL safe to buy?

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