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N11 RPM

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

62,569 mi
Last recorded62,569 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN11 RPM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 62,569 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 62,567 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 62,495 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2024 62,395 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 62,248 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 61,447 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 58,282 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 56,170 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 49,829 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 49,829 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2018 42,901 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 39,232 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 37,441 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 37,421 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 37,355 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 37,312 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 37,283 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 37,224 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 37,217 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 37,169 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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N11 RPM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N11 RPM, 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 N11 RPM registered?

N11 RPM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 4 July 1996.

Is N11 RPM safe to buy?

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