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K17 PCS

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,406 mi
Last recorded20,406 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK17 PCS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 20,406 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 20,342 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 20,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 20,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 20,172 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 20,076 miles

slight surface corrosion to front chassis out riggers

Pass 25 Aug 2016 19,879 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 19,655 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s rear tyre starting to split around tread area but no cords showing 225/55/16

Pass 11 Jun 2009 19,366 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 19,163 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 18,947 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 18,162 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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K17 PCS is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green 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 K17 PCS, 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 K17 PCS registered?

K17 PCS is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is K17 PCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K17 PCS 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 K17 PCS have outstanding finance?

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