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N328 HLB

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

70,028 mi
Last recorded70,028 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN328 HLB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 70,028 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 69,800 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 69,243 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 69,026 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 68,449 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 12 Feb 2022 68,449 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2013 66,015 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 66,015 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

unable to tell if number plate lights work due to them being back lit

Pass 4 Jul 2012 61,037 miles

clutch master cylinder slight damp inside car

drivers seat outer rear mounting point fibreglass cracked but seat secure

Pass 17 Jun 2011 56,778 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

bolts loose at engine support bracket

Fail 16 Jun 2011 56,773 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

bolts loose at engine support bracket

Pass 6 Apr 2010 53,164 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 52,223 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 51,650 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 51,530 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 51,260 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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N328 HLB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue 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 N328 HLB, 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 N328 HLB?

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What year was N328 HLB registered?

N328 HLB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N328 HLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N328 HLB 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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