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TVR 270S

1993 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,078 mi
Last recorded88,078 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 270S
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 88,078 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 86,908 miles

suspect exhaust noise levels are higher than allowed

Fail 10 Mar 2015 86,894 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

suspect exhaust noise levels are higher than allowed

Pass 21 Sep 2011 86,174 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 84,812 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 83,198 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 83,198 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 77,423 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 74,177 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 72,801 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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TVR 270S is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 57,486 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 TVR 270S, 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 33 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 TVR 270S?

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What year was TVR 270S registered?

TVR 270S is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 25 February 1993.

Is TVR 270S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 270S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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