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D22 WLM

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,192 mi
Last recorded46,192 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD22 WLM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2026 46,192 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 43,919 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 41,611 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 39,472 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 37,880 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 37,365 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 36,850 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 36,385 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 35,125 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 33,914 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 32,594 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 32,337 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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D22 WLM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 D22 WLM, 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 D22 WLM?

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What year was D22 WLM registered?

D22 WLM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is D22 WLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D22 WLM shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D22 WLM have outstanding finance?

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