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C11 MAE

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

59,450 mi
Last recorded59,450 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC11 MAE
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 59,450 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 56,075 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 54,697 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 54,085 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 53,295 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 52,645 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 52,503 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 51,860 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 51,067 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 49,576 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 47,143 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 44,896 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 44,894 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 42,000 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 36,818 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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C11 MAE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 C11 MAE, 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 C11 MAE registered?

C11 MAE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 23 March 1996.

Is C11 MAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C11 MAE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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