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F4 AAK

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,814 mi
Last recorded78,814 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF4 AAK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 78,814 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 78,809 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

all brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2016 76,171 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 73,487 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 73,434 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 73,390 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 72,964 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 72,787 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 72,699 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 71,409 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 68,970 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 67,662 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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F4 AAK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 F4 AAK, 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 F4 AAK registered?

F4 AAK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is F4 AAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F4 AAK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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