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G96 TVR

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,092 mi
Last recorded98,092 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG96 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 98,092 miles

Steering column universal joint modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2022 97,926 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 97,713 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 97,612 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 97,255 miles

Slight engine / rear axle oil leaks

Pass 27 Oct 2017 96,481 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 95,814 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 94,944 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 17 Sep 2015 94,944 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 94,819 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

heavy surface corrosion on offside center and rear outer frame tube

Fail 23 Sep 2014 94,813 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

heavy surface corrosion on offside center and rear outer frame tube

Fail 16 Jan 2014 94,454 miles

Centre Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall.

Pass 21 Mar 2013 93,787 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 93,055 miles

Differential oil leak

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2012 93,055 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Differential oil leak

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2011 89,873 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 87,380 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 79,568 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 76,636 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 76,636 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 52,926 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 70,450 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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G96 TVR is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 56,913 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 G96 TVR, 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 31 years old, this Tvr Chimaera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G96 TVR registered?

G96 TVR is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 April 1995.

Is G96 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G96 TVR shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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