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M816 CLR

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,196 mi
Last recorded67,196 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM816 CLR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 67,196 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 67,076 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 66,214 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 65,849 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 65,006 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 64,458 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 63,757 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 62,117 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 58,191 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 56,999 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 55,563 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 52,924 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 52,885 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 52,536 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 52,403 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 51,874 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 51,331 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 48,324 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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M816 CLR is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M816 CLR, 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

How do I check the history of M816 CLR?

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What year was M816 CLR registered?

M816 CLR is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 10 March 1995.

Is M816 CLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M816 CLR shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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