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N182 XTF

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,502 mi
Last recorded69,502 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN182 XTF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 69,502 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 68,153 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 66,607 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 65,550 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 63,559 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 62,850 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 61,407 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 60,267 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 57,931 miles

both out riggers poor condition

Pass 21 Sep 2016 55,998 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 50,069 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 48,757 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 48,755 miles

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

both front tyres just on limit

n/s/r tyre just on limit

Pass 29 May 2013 46,588 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 45,435 miles

front tyres getting low

Pass 26 May 2011 43,901 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

chassis has top surface corrision

Pass 12 May 2010 38,528 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 35,719 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 32,435 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 27,775 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 22,189 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 22,189 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

chassis and wishbones corroding

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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N182 XTF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N182 XTF, 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 N182 XTF registered?

N182 XTF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 27 March 1996.

Is N182 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N182 XTF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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