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AKZ 6121

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,454 mi
Last recorded51,454 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 6121
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 51,454 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 51,284 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2024 50,895 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 50,710 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 50,671 miles

Position lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 50,440 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 49,827 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 49,613 miles

Central Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 47,826 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 47,804 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 47,659 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 47,657 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 May 2011 47,148 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 46,981 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 46,533 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 46,251 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 45,276 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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AKZ 6121 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 51,410 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 AKZ 6121, 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 30 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 AKZ 6121 registered?

AKZ 6121 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is AKZ 6121 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 6121 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AKZ 6121 have outstanding finance?

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