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N292 HTP

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

82,849 mi
Last recorded82,849 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN292 HTP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 82,849 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 82,849 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 82,099 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 81,277 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 77,822 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 77,822 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 May 2014 74,299 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 73,578 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 3 May 2012 72,252 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 72,252 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 70,640 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 69,409 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 67,716 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 64,560 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 64,560 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 61,223 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 56,188 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 56,188 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

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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N292 HTP is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N292 HTP, 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 N292 HTP?

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What year was N292 HTP registered?

N292 HTP is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 19 April 1996.

Is N292 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N292 HTP shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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