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B4 MJU

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,199 mi
Last recorded21,199 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 MJU
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 21,199 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 21,199 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 21,199 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 21,199 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 21,199 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 21,199 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 21,199 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 21,199 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 21,199 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 21,198 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 21,199 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 21,199 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 21,199 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 21,199 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 21,189 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

hand brake requires checking just legal

Pass 20 Jun 2008 21,180 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 21,169 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 21,169 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 21,160 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 21,160 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside 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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B4 MJU is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B4 MJU, 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 B4 MJU registered?

B4 MJU is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is B4 MJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 MJU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B4 MJU have outstanding finance?

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