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M913 LYM

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

51,951 mi
Last recorded51,951 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM913 LYM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 51,951 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 51,829 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 May 2023 51,722 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 May 2022 51,299 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Jul 2019 50,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Jul 2019 50,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 50,381 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Aug 2016 49,852 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear arms (2.4.G.1)

Fail 12 Aug 2016 49,852 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear arms (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 49,654 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 8 Aug 2014 49,381 miles

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 49,381 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 48,538 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 47,092 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 45,934 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all four tyres cracking in sidewalls

Pass 9 Jun 2010 45,734 miles

nearside rear offside rear tyres cracking in sidewalls and tread

tubular chassis frame slight corrosion

Fail 9 Jun 2010 45,734 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

nearside rear tyre cracking in sidewall

tubular chassis frame slight corrosion

Pass 10 Jun 2009 45,175 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 45,175 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Jun 2008 45,052 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 45,052 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 43,580 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 43,580 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2006 39,579 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 39,084 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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M913 LYM is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 M913 LYM, 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 M913 LYM registered?

M913 LYM is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 7 April 1995.

Is M913 LYM safe to buy?

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