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N194 ENB

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

88,369 mi
Last recorded88,369 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN194 ENB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 88,369 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 88,167 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 88,167 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 86,662 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 86,662 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 85,116 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 85,056 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 84,723 miles

Slight oil leak from engine/transmission

Pass 9 Apr 2018 82,969 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 82,914 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 82,610 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 80,977 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 78,569 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 75,442 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 72,184 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 67,350 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 64,324 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 62,616 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 60,267 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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N194 ENB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N194 ENB, 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 N194 ENB registered?

N194 ENB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 February 1996.

Is N194 ENB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N194 ENB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N194 ENB have outstanding finance?

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