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N11 TVR

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

75,289 mi
Last recorded75,289 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN11 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 75,289 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 75,151 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 74,865 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 74,693 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 74,440 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 74,328 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 74,064 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 73,893 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 73,485 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 73,484 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 73,484 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 70,811 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 70,811 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2008 70,785 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 67,947 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 65,990 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 TVR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N11 TVR, 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 N11 TVR?

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What year was N11 TVR registered?

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

Is N11 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N11 TVR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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