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E26 DMM

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

54,007 mi
Last recorded54,007 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE26 DMM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 54,007 miles

Rear differential slight leak

Fail 28 May 2025 53,927 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear differential slight leak

Pass 23 Jul 2024 53,572 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 53,242 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 52,060 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 50,179 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 47,524 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 43,642 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 39,888 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 39,886 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate incorrect too small (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 37,159 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 37,158 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate incorrect too small (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 31,746 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 28,754 miles

Oil leak

rear chassis corroded.

Pass 25 Jun 2013 26,054 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 20,825 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 20,718 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 20,396 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 20,169 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 17,910 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 13,576 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 12,553 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 9,805 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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E26 DMM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 E26 DMM, 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 E26 DMM registered?

E26 DMM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 13 November 1996.

Is E26 DMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E26 DMM shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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