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N28 XDV

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

88,993 mi
Last recorded88,993 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN28 XDV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2026 88,993 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Bonnet/Hinge damaged

Pass 4 Jul 2025 87,787 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 86,163 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 84,415 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 80,014 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 77,488 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 77,355 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 77,181 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 76,918 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 74,799 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 74,791 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2017 74,049 miles

Offside Rear Inner driveshaft gaiter split.

Pass 12 May 2016 70,107 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 66,098 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 65,675 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 65,135 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 May 2013 65,135 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2012 63,572 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2011 62,900 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 61,327 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 15 May 2010 61,327 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 60,314 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 58,885 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 55,956 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2006 55,667 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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N28 XDV is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 N28 XDV, 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 N28 XDV?

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What year was N28 XDV registered?

N28 XDV is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N28 XDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N28 XDV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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