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K20 OBS

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,059 mi
Last recorded79,059 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK20 OBS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 79,059 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 78,776 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2024 78,715 miles

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 77,556 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 76,736 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 75,350 miles

oil leak from the oil pressure switch area

Fail 30 Oct 2015 75,336 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear mounting (2.4.G.2)

oil leak from the oil pressure switch area

Pass 31 Oct 2014 74,084 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 72,946 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2013 72,946 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2012 71,955 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 70,216 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 69,298 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 68,753 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 66,533 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 65,391 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 61,886 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 58,256 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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K20 OBS is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K20 OBS, 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 K20 OBS?

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What year was K20 OBS registered?

K20 OBS is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is K20 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K20 OBS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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