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C9 JTD

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,521 mi
Last recorded65,521 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC9 JTD
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 65,521 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 65,507 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 65,342 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 65,330 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 65,191 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 65,103 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 64,997 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 64,749 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 64,540 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 64,245 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 63,702 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 63,081 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 62,508 miles

Oil leak

Oil leak from rear diff

Pass 31 Aug 2012 61,838 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 60,586 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 57,611 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 57,611 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 57,575 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Apr 2010 57,554 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2009 56,783 miles

Front brake discs are heavily worn

Fail 27 Mar 2009 56,760 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Front brake discs are heavily worn

Pass 8 Apr 2008 54,970 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 52,357 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 52,335 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 45,515 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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C9 JTD is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C9 JTD, 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

How do I check the history of C9 JTD?

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What year was C9 JTD registered?

C9 JTD is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is C9 JTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C9 JTD shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C9 JTD have outstanding finance?

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