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C140 RYY

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

139,426 mi
Last recorded139,426 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC140 RYY
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 139,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 128,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 121,626 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 110,133 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 101,273 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 101,273 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 85,920 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 79,875 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 77,329 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 75,411 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 64,257 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 48,798 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 38,088 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 29,080 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 13,599 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 5,552 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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C140 RYY is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 C140 RYY, 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 C140 RYY registered?

C140 RYY is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is C140 RYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C140 RYY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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