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L235 FBL

1993 Tvr Chimaera

White Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

116,232 mi
Last recorded116,232 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 1993 Tvr Chimaera57,486 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL235 FBL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 116,232 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 115,684 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 115,391 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 115,130 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 114,818 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 114,280 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 113,515 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 112,883 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 112,119 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 111,617 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 111,284 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 110,997 miles

front discs pitted on inside faces

Fail 25 Sep 2010 109,277 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 109,277 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 108,291 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 105,596 miles

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 8 Oct 2008 105,596 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 103,931 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 101,957 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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L235 FBL is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera in White with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 L235 FBL, 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 L235 FBL?

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What year was L235 FBL registered?

L235 FBL is a 1993 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 17 September 1993.

Is L235 FBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L235 FBL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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