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OAZ 3199

1994 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,124 mi
Last recorded60,124 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Tvr Chimaera57,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAZ 3199
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 60,124 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 59,850 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 May 2025 59,825 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox & diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 59,442 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 58,711 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 58,711 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 58,496 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 57,667 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 57,210 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 56,003 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 55,426 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 54,160 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 53,437 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 53,025 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 51,785 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 51,513 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 51,513 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 50,068 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 48,607 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 47,974 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 46,229 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 46,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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OAZ 3199 is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1994 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 57,550 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 OAZ 3199, 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 32 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 OAZ 3199?

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What year was OAZ 3199 registered?

OAZ 3199 is a 1994 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 January 1994.

Is OAZ 3199 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAZ 3199 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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