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L14 TJW

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,901 mi
Last recorded22,901 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL14 TJW
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2025 22,901 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 22,309 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 22,097 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 21,852 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 21,696 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 21,490 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 21,123 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 20,910 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 20,759 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 20,574 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 20,449 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,372 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 18,528 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 17,348 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 16,527 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 15,086 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 13,796 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 13,213 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 12,718 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 12,183 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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L14 TJW is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 L14 TJW, 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 L14 TJW?

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What year was L14 TJW registered?

L14 TJW is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is L14 TJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L14 TJW shows 20 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 L14 TJW have outstanding finance?

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