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M8 AJP

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

64,732 mi
Last recorded64,732 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 AJP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 64,732 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2019 64,732 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 64,512 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 63,444 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 30 Jun 2009 63,444 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 61,707 miles

Slight corrosion to frame and suspension componants at rear.

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 24 Apr 2008 61,707 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Slight corrosion to frame and suspension componants at rear.

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 60,054 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 60,043 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2006 58,455 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 21 Jan 2006 58,414 miles

Offside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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M8 AJP is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 M8 AJP, 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 M8 AJP?

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What year was M8 AJP registered?

M8 AJP is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 May 1995.

Is M8 AJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 AJP shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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