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C10 RAT

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,892 mi
Last recorded53,892 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC10 RAT
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 53,892 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 50,931 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 44,711 miles

heavy waxoyl coating to underside unable to fully inspect

slight pitting to front and rear brake discs

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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C10 RAT is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C10 RAT, 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 C10 RAT registered?

C10 RAT is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is C10 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C10 RAT shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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