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M8 WSF

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

55,700 mi
Last recorded55,700 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 WSF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 55,700 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 55,646 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 55,542 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 55,346 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 54,999 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 54,810 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 54,788 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 54,610 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 54,309 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 54,035 miles

both out riggers/chassis in poor condition

front and rear suspesion arms have corrision

Pass 22 Sep 2015 53,814 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 53,711 miles

both out riggers/chassis in poor condition

Pass 3 Sep 2013 53,307 miles

both out riggers have top surface corrision

Pass 14 Aug 2012 52,999 miles

both out riggers poor condition

Pass 21 Apr 2011 52,024 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 51,017 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 50,999 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 50,999 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2008 50,999 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 50,112 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 48,186 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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M8 WSF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 M8 WSF, 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 M8 WSF registered?

M8 WSF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is M8 WSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 WSF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M8 WSF have outstanding finance?

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