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N74 SPK

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Yellow Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,004 mi
Last recorded55,004 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN74 SPK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 55,004 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 53,687 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 52,534 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front tyres manufacture date 2008

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

Rear tyres manufacture date 2013

Fail 1 Sep 2023 52,514 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front tyres manufacture date 2008

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

Rear tyres manufacture date 2013

Pass 2 Aug 2022 51,214 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 50,435 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 49,678 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 48,735 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 46,393 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 44,175 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 44,124 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 43,994 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 43,796 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 43,452 miles

some surface corrosion on front lower & upper suspension arms

Pass 3 Aug 2012 43,184 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 42,562 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

nearside front seat belt reel sticking slightly needs slight assistance retracting

Pass 19 Jul 2010 41,518 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 40,432 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2008 38,599 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 38,587 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 38,423 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

damage to os rear view mirror

some corrosion to front suspension components

Pass 21 Jun 2006 36,586 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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N74 SPK is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Yellow with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N74 SPK, 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 N74 SPK registered?

N74 SPK is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 November 1995.

Is N74 SPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N74 SPK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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