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M925 BTU

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,749 mi
Last recorded77,749 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM925 BTU
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 77,749 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 75,088 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2024 75,088 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 73,123 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 70,920 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 69,078 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 67,619 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 64,540 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 61,878 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 55,543 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 51,012 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 45,114 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

front brake discs slightly worn /corroded on inner surfaces

Pass 5 Dec 2014 44,554 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 44,502 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 43,678 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 40,627 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 40,491 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 38,056 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 36,753 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 33,956 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 30,733 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 30,554 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 30,045 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 29,953 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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M925 BTU is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 M925 BTU, 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 M925 BTU?

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What year was M925 BTU registered?

M925 BTU is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 17 June 1995.

Is M925 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M925 BTU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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